Author: Baptiste Wicht
Baptiste Wicht started The Poor Swiss in 2017. He realized he was falling into the trap of lifestyle inflation. He decided to cut his expenses and increase his income. Since 2019, he has been saving more than 50% of his income every year. He made it a goal to reach Financial Independence and help Swiss people with their finances.
What is the best Swiss broker in 2026?
Top Swiss Brokers. We compare the best brokers in Switzerland for 2026. Find the safest and cheapest option to trade stocks and ETFs locally.
How to make money online in 2026 in Switzerland
Online side hustles are a great way to make some extra money without even leaving your home and you only need an internet connection to start!
August 2021 – A good simple month
August 2021 was a a good and simple month for us, with many family and friend events and a good savings rate.
How do stock options work?
Options trading 101. Learn the basics of stock options, how calls and puts work, and why they are generally too risky for long-term investors.
How to Open an Interactive Brokers Account in 2026?
Start trading with IBKR. Follow our step-by-step guide to opening an Interactive Brokers account and access global markets with low fees.
True Wealth Review 2026 – Pros & Cons
We test True Wealth, the Swiss Robo-Advisor to see if its low fees and ETF strategies make it the best choice for your money.
clevercircles Review 2026 – Pros & Cons
clevercirlcles is a new Swiss Robo-advisor, with a twist. They add a community feature to the system. Is that enough to shine? Let's find out.
Should you use a cash cushion in retirement?
Does a cash cushion help your chances of success in retirement? We find out with a ton of historical data and some simulations!
July 2021 – New schedule for the blog
In July 2021, we had a good time, but we had to pay large taxes from last year, making our savings rate 0% and decreasing our net worth.
4 Ways to make money with your vehicle
You could make some extra money by using your vehicle! Here are 4 ways to make money with your vehicle, in Switzerland.
Wise Review 2026 – Pros & Cons
Wise (formerly TransferWise) lets you hold many currencies in your account for a great price: My in-depth review will help you decide to use Wise.