Zurich
Zurich centre-right parties are urging the city to seek an entry ban for Northern Irish band Kneecap ahead of its sold-out November 22 concert. They cite the group’s pro-Palestinian statements and alleged support for terrorism; the band has rejected accusations of support for Hamas.
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Banking
A Swiss rescue of a Russian bank in 2022 allowed the lender to resume operations under new ownership, but the arrangement later ran into serious problems. A new investigation traces the decisions behind the short-lived effort to resolve the bank’s future.
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Art
A Winterthur foundation has opened provenance investigations into an Albert Anker painting and a Renaissance sculpture to determine whether they were confiscated as a result of Nazi persecution. Both works are in storage and are not currently on public display.
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Swiss politics
Swiss President Guy Parmelin is attending the European Political Community summit in Dublin, where leaders are discussing energy and technology connectivity and European competitiveness. The gathering brings together leaders from across Europe, including countries outside the European Union.
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Swiss franc
A weakening popular carry trade has added to demand for the Swiss franc, which investors often seek as a haven during periods of uncertainty. A reversal of remaining bets against the currency could drive further gains, while raising questions about how much appreciation the Swiss National Bank will tolerate.
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Finance
The Swiss Market Index reached a new record of 15,200.17 points on Thursday, supported by lower energy prices, strong company results and hopes for an economic recovery. Market commentary also pointed to interest rates, geopolitical risks and doubts about AI as potential sources of volatility.
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Work
The number of coworking spaces in Switzerland fell 9% in the year to August 2026, to 455, according to a new study. The researchers describe the decline as a consolidation after rapid growth, noting that occupancy remains relatively high but some business models have proved unsustainable.
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Health
A Swiss woman treated for Ebola at Geneva University Hospital has been discharged after 16 days. She was evacuated from Nigeria in October; no one is currently hospitalised with Ebola in Switzerland.
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Credit Suisse
Former Credit Suisse chair Urs Rohner has received a suspended fine over alleged false statements to Swiss regulators during an investigation into the bank’s staff-surveillance scandal. The finance ministry’s penalty decision is not final.
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