08:00 AM·business
Nestlé to Cut 16,000 Jobs Globally
Swiss food giant Nestlé announces major restructuring with 16,000 job cuts planned over next two years
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Swiss CFOs Predict Job Cuts Amid Strong Franc and US Tariffs
A new Deloitte survey reveals one-third of Swiss financial officers expect local job reductions, as economic pressures from the strong franc and US tariffs impact business decisions.
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08:00 AM·education
Swiss Primary Schools Anticipate Sharp Decline in Teacher Demand
Federal Statistical Office projects significant decrease in primary school teacher demand from 2027, linked to falling birth rates and expected 7% reduction in pupil numbers by 2034.
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12:00 PM·economy
US Tariffs Threaten 20,000 Swiss Jobs
UBS economist warns that US 39% tariffs could eliminate up to 20,000 jobs in Switzerland, with varying impacts across industries as companies struggle with complex regulations.
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12:00 PM·humanitarian
UNHCR Geneva Cuts 5,000 Jobs Amid Global Funding Crisis
UN Refugee Agency headquarters in Geneva announces severe staff reductions and operational cuts worldwide as funding shortfall threatens humanitarian operations.
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08:00 AM·economy
US Tariffs Impact Swiss Labor Market as Unemployment Holds at 2.8%
Swiss unemployment remains steady at 2.8% despite growing pressure from US tariffs affecting export-oriented industries, particularly pharmaceuticals and watchmaking sectors.
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04:00 PM·economy
Swiss Unemployment Holds Steady at 2.8% Despite US Tariffs
September unemployment figures show resilience in Swiss job market despite economic pressures from US tariffs, with total unemployed reaching 133,233.
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12:00 PM·international organizations
UNHCR Geneva Faces Major Job Cuts Amid Global Funding Crisis
The Geneva-based UN Refugee Agency announces elimination of nearly 5,000 positions worldwide due to $300 million funding shortfall, impacting operations in 185 offices.
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04:00 PM·business
Trade unions protest Nestlé Waters sale across Europe
Hundred-strong demonstration at Vevey headquarters as workers from seven countries voice job security concerns
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08:00 AM·business
SWISS parent Lufthansa to cut 4,000 administrative jobs
Lufthansa Group announces major administrative job cuts through 2030, with potential implications for its Swiss subsidiary SWISS
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04:00 PM·business
Starbucks Announces Swiss Store Closures
US coffee chain plans strategic withdrawal from unprofitable Swiss locations as part of global restructuring
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08:00 AM·business
Swisscom's Strategic Shift: Jobs Moving to Netherlands and Latvia
Major restructuring as Swiss telecom giant plans significant IT development relocation
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04:00 PM·finance
UBS Boosts US Wealth Management Compensation
Swiss banking giant increases advisor payouts to retain top talent amid fierce competition in US market
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04:00 PM·technology
Swisscom Plans Major IT Relocation to Netherlands and Latvia
Swiss telecom provider to shift significant IT development operations abroad, affecting hundreds of positions
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08:00 AM·business
Major Job Cuts Hit Swiss Manufacturing
Thyssenkrupp Presta announces 570 job cuts across Switzerland and Liechtenstein, signaling automotive industry challenges
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04:00 PM·business
Thyssenkrupp Cuts 570 Jobs in Swiss-Liechtenstein Operations
German automotive supplier announces major workforce reduction at its steering systems facilities in Switzerland and Liechtenstein amid industry crisis
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08:00 AM·economy
US Tariffs Trigger Industrial Slowdown in Swiss Jura
Over 100 companies and 4,000 workers in the Jura region face short-time work as US tariffs impact Swiss manufacturing and watchmaking sectors.
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12:00 PM·economy
Jura Watch Industry Crisis: 4,000 Jobs Affected by US Tariffs
Over 100 companies in Switzerland's Jura region face severe economic pressure as US tariffs force 4,000 workers into potential short-time work arrangements.
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04:00 PM·business
Ricola Delays Swiss Factory Opening Amid US Trade Tensions
Swiss herbal candy maker Ricola postpones new Lenzburg factory launch and 100 planned jobs due to impact of high US import tariffs.
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08:00 AM·technology
Swiss Post to Create 200 IT Jobs in Lisbon by 2030
National postal service announces expansion of international IT operations, while maintaining domestic workforce through natural attrition.
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