Business Tendency Survey Construction

The KOF business tendency survey of the construction sector is a monthly poll of Swiss companies that participate voluntarily. The questionnaires mainly consist of assessments (qualitative questions) of the most recent, present and future business activities.

A data sheet with the latest results is e-mailed to the respondents each month. Respondents also receive a detailed quarterly report with a commentary on the results. It is sent exclusively to respondents and to members of the Swiss Society for Business Cycle Research (SGK).

The questionnaire can be answered online at http://survey.kof.ethz.ch. You will need a user code and personal password which will be sent to you after registration. You can test the online survey without obligation. Alternatively, you can participate using a paper-based questionnaire. You can choose your preferred medium during the registration process; changes can be made at any time.