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Activist investor Cevian joins UBS
December 19, 2023
The activist investor Cevian has invested in the major bank UBS and believes it is capable of great things.
Sika commissions new production facilities in Kirchberg
December 19, 2023
The construction chemicals and adhesives manufacturer Sika is expanding its capacities in Switzerland.
“Perceived inflation” in Switzerland fell in November
December 19, 2023
Inflation in the area of everyday goods in Switzerland fell significantly in November.
“Perceived inflation” rose in Switzerland in November
December 19, 2023
Inflation in the area of everyday goods in Switzerland rose again in November. The so-called "perceived inflation" is once again higher than official inflation.
USA founds alliance to protect ships – The night at a glance
December 19, 2023
Against the backdrop of the Gaza war and increasing attacks on merchant ships in the Red Sea, Israel's ally, the USA, is forging a military security alliance for the region with European and other partners.
Construction backlog at Deutsche Bahn means crisis mode for Switzerland
December 19, 2023
Switzerland has prepared itself for two more years "in crisis mode" for rail traffic over the Rhine route from Germany.
From 2035, only CO2-free electricity is to flow in Switzerland
December 19, 2023
Electricity in Switzerland is to be produced without fossil fuels by 2035. Federal Councillor Albert Rösti (SVP) has adopted a declaration to this effect with six other European countries in Brussels.
Lawsuit in name dispute over Zurich-based TX Group dismissed
December 18, 2023
The media company TX Group in Zurich can breathe a sigh of relief. In the name dispute, the Federal Administrative Court has dismissed the claim of a solar tile manufacturer from Rapperswil-Jona SG with the same name.
Survivors of Hamas attack speak at rally in Zurich
December 18, 2023
Two survivors of the Islamist Hamas massacre in Israel in October spoke about their experiences in Zurich on Monday.
Federal Council gets more leeway for war material exports
December 18, 2023
The Federal Council will be given more leeway when approving the export of war material.
Sperisen’s lawyers again criticize a judge as biased
December 18, 2023
Erwin Sperisen is to be tried for a fourth time in Geneva. However, the lawyers of the former head of the Guatemalan National Police do not want to accept the judge who has taken over the case.
National Council insists on canceling the contribution to UNWRA
December 18, 2023
The Councils are still divided over the 2024 budget. On Monday, the National Council insisted on the cancellation of Switzerland's contribution to the UN Palestinian Relief and Works Agency (UNWRA).
Council of States wants to regulate building in hamlet zones nationwide
December 18, 2023
New buildings should be allowed to be constructed in hamlets, especially if these buildings close gaps between buildings.
Richemont pulls out of YNAP deal after Farfetch sale
December 18, 2023
The luxury goods manufacturer Richemont is withdrawing a contract for the planned sale of part of the online fashion and accessories business Yoox Net-A-Porter (YNAP) to Farfetch.
Council of States rejects national day for family caregivers
December 18, 2023
The Council of States does not want the Federal Council to designate a national day for family caregivers on October 30.
MEM industries run out of workers
December 18, 2023
The Swiss mechanical and electrical engineering industries (MEM) are at risk of running out of workers.
Return to dry weather in Valais
December 18, 2023
The situation on the storm front in Valais has calmed down further. The canton therefore decided on Monday to lift the "special situation" declared just under a week ago.
Citizens’ movement wants to close federal asylum center in Steckborn TG
December 18, 2023
In Steckborn TG, a citizens' movement has set itself the goal of closing the temporary federal asylum center.

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