Business & Finance

Swiss Farms To Face Fewer Regulations
In response to concerns over bureaucratic burdens, the Swiss Federal Council advocates for fewer farm inspections, aiming for a more streamlined agricultural policy.
Swiss Bankruptcy Falls: Real Estate Insolvency Spikes
Swiss businesses with a decrease in overall bankruptcies but a sharp rise in the real estate sector.
Sanitas Group Reports Profit Surge and Policyholder Growth
After a dip in 2022, Sanitas Group bounces back with a strong profit in 2023 and significant growth in policyholder numbers.
Inflation Continues To Damage Wage Growth In Switzerland
Despite significant nominal wage increases in Switzerland, inflation continues to diminish real wage growth.
Nestle Sales Decline: Q1 2024
Nestlé faces a sales decline in Q1 2024 but hopes price increases and steady organic growth is to come.
Holcim Financial Performance Analysis: Q1 Insights
Despite a slight decline in sales, Holcim boosts its profitability in Q1, beating expectations with strategic acquisitions and operating gains.
Swisscom and Sunrise Settle Their Lawsuit
Swiss telecom giants Swisscom and Sunrise have resolved their legal dispute averting a prolonged battle over mobile network sharing.
Canexis Pharma Approved By Swissmedic: Can Produce 1000kg Per Day
Canexis Pharma AG gains crucial Swissmedic licensing, setting the stage for advanced pharmaceutical cannabis production in Switzerland.
Swiss Dermatology Firm Galderma Post $1Bn In Sales
Galderma starts 2024 with impressive growth, reporting over $1 billion in sales and confirming its financial outlook for the year.
Swiss Legislation To Question & Halt Foreign Takeovers If Wanted
Swiss lawmakers seek to fortify national security and economic stability through a proposed Investment Review Act aimed at scrutinising foreign takeovers.
UBS Chairman Colm Kelleher Talks Capital Requirements
Chairman Colm Kelleher voices strong concerns over proposed additional capital requirements for big banks, emphasising the strength of UBS's business model and capitalisation.
Swiss Voters Lean Towards Approval of Health and Energy Initiatives, Poll Shows
Early polling indicates Swiss voters are likely to approve initiatives on healthcare cost control and energy tax waivers, with significant support varying across demographic lines.
Swiss Shipping Tonnage Taxation Loses Support
Switzerland's shipping industry faces continued taxation on profit rather than tonnage, the National Council's committee opposes the changes.
Roche’s Pharmaceuticals Declining Q1 Results
As Roche navigates the final impacts of reduced coronavirus sales and a strong Swiss franc, the company maintains its outlook for 2024.
Swiss Banking Job Market Shows Decline
Decline in Swiss banks job market deepens post-UBS and Credit Suisse merger, with significant cuts projected by 2026.
Shareholders’ Association Critique UBS & the CEO
Shareholder discontent looms over UBS's upcoming AGM, with criticism focused on CEO Sergio Ermotti's CHF 14 million salary and the bank's sustainability policies.
Switzerland is Becoming Very Urban: More Foreigners, Bigger Cities & Less Religious Ties
Recent statistics reveal significant demographic and social shifts in Swiss urban centres, including population growth, religious affiliations, and political dynamics.
Russian Assets Frozen In Switzerland Worth Less Now
Switzerland reports a significant decrease in the value of Russian assets frozen under sanctions, as valuations drop.

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