Use large inheritances for redistribution and thus promote meritocracy. — Problem
Around CHF 100 billion is inherited annually in Switzerland – more than the entire federal budget. But inheritances are extremely unequal: two-thirds of the sum go to only 10% of heirs. This massively cements the social divide.
Problem
Around CHF 100 billion is inherited annually in Switzerland – more than the entire federal budget. But inheritances are extremely unequal: two-thirds of the sum go to only 10% of heirs. This massively cements the social divide.