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Swiss-Swedish engineering group ABB has launched a takeover bid for British flow control specialist Rotork, offering a substantial premium to strengthen its automation business in a major corporate move.
Switzerland's financial regulator, FINMA, is calling for urgent action from banks to address the security risk from quantum computers, which could break current encryption systems. A survey revealed that while banks are aware of the threat, most lack a clear roadmap for migration to secure encryption.
The European Commission has approved Zurich Insurance Group's acquisition of British specialist insurer Beazley, a deal valued at nearly $11 billion. The move, which is expected to close in late 2026 pending further approvals, aims to position Zurich as a leader in specialist sectors like cyber and renewable energy.
A new Julius Bär report names Zurich the world's second most expensive city for the wealthy, largely due to the strong Swiss franc. Paradoxically, recent data suggests Switzerland has been dethroned as Europe's overall most expensive country, painting a complex picture of affordability.
The Basel-based private bank J. Safra Sarasin has announced its acquisition of the remaining stake in Saxo Bank, a Danish online investment specialist. This move will give the Swiss group 100% ownership, aiming to strengthen Saxo Bank's long-term growth while it continues to operate as a separate entity.
Basel-based private bank J. Safra Sarasin has announced its complete takeover of Danish online investment firm Saxo Bank, acquiring the remaining shares to hold 100% of the company. The move aims to strengthen the bank's long-term structure while allowing Saxo Bank to continue as a separate entity and accelerate its growth.
A look at major developments in Switzerland's corporate world. The SNB confirms UBS's crisis resilience as the bank plans a US expansion, Roche announces a successful trial for a new lung cancer drug, and retailer Migros opens its first 24-hour automated supermarket.
In two separate but related rulings, the Swiss Federal Supreme Court and the European Court of Human Rights have upheld the legality of freezing assets belonging to a Russian oligarch and an ally of former Ukrainian President Yanukovych. These decisions reinforce Switzerland's position on enforcing international sanctions.
The Swiss National Bank's latest report finds banking giant UBS capable of withstanding significant losses in a crisis. This vote of confidence comes as UBS actively trials new banking services for its US employees, a first step in a major strategic push to attract wealthy American clients.
Switzerland's Federal Supreme Court has denied an appeal from a Russian oligarch seeking to have his assets unfrozen. The court upheld the view that he is an influential businessman in an industry generating substantial revenue for the Russian state, justifying the sanctions imposed after the war in Ukraine.
The latest UBS Global Wealth Report confirms Swiss adults have the highest average wealth globally at over $910,000. However, the data also highlights stark wealth concentration, with 13% of adults holding 69% of the nation's total private wealth.
Following public consultation, the Swiss Federal Council has scaled back its proposal to fund increased defense spending, reducing a planned value-added tax (VAT) increase from 0.8 to 0.5 percentage points.
Despite global headwinds, the Swiss economy is demonstrating robust health. The IMF has provided a positive outlook, the benchmark SMI stock index recently climbed to an all-time high, and the median annual salary rose to CHF 87,000 in 2025.
In the ongoing 'too big to fail' debate, Swiss Finance Minister Karin Keller-Sutter has forcefully reiterated her stance that stricter capital requirements for UBS, including for its foreign subsidiaries, are non-negotiable. At a recent forum, she called the measures essential for financial stability, framing them as a competitive advantage that builds confidence in the Swiss financial system.
In the wake of the Credit Suisse collapse, Swiss Finance Minister Karin Keller-Sutter is standing firm on the necessity of full capital coverage for UBS's foreign subsidiaries to ensure global financial stability and prevent future crises.
Despite sustainability pledges, Switzerland's financial institutions continue to fund fossil fuel projects generating emissions up to 18 times greater than the entire country. A new people's initiative aims to enforce tougher environmental regulations on Swiss banks, insurers, and pension funds.
A new study reveals that women in Switzerland place a high value on security when managing their finances. For 57% of women surveyed, security is the most important investment goal, far outweighing wealth accumulation or high returns.
Rajesh Exports, the Indian parent company of Ticino-based gold refiner Valcambi, is facing accusations of massive accounting irregularities from India's stock exchange regulator. The company's CEO has been barred from trading its shares.
Swatch Group, the world's largest watchmaker, is navigating a historic downturn with net profits collapsing by almost 90% in 2025, squeezed by a strong Swiss franc and a luxury market slowdown that raises questions about the brand's future.
Despite overall improvements, the Swiss financial regulator FINMA has identified ongoing weaknesses in risk analysis at financial institutions, especially concerning politically exposed persons, complex company structures, and cryptocurrency services.
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