Swiss farmers’ cartel Fenaco slowly falls apart
The agricultural cooperative Fenaco saw another decline in revenue and profits in 2025. It appears that this cartel suffer under those who break ranks.
Read moreSwatch Group fends off second US corporate raider
An US-investor sought to join the board of directors at the Swatch Group. However, shareholders, led by the Hayek family, have prevailed.
Read moreSwitzerland needs to say “thank you” to Zurich
Only four cantons truly shape the Swiss economy. Private sector activity plays a key role, and the global soccer federation FIFA has a noticeable impact.
Read moreA Baloise Moment at the Swatch Group
The Baloise Group was attacked by a “vulture fund” and no longer exists. Something similar could now happen to the Swatch Group.
Read moreZurich emerging as a hub for commodities
The city on the Limmat, Zurich, is attracting commodities and mining industries. Events are vying for the attention of gold prospectors and investors.
Read moreSwiss inflation is skyrocketing
Inflation is picking up in Switzerland. However, the major surge in inflation caused by the U.S.-Israeli war of aggression against Iran is yet to come.
Read moreSoccer expands its billion-dollar-business
The World Cup is set to kick off soon in Canada, Mexico, and the U.S.A. Key ranking highlights show how lucrative soccer has become.
Read moreIran War brings awaited Inflation to Swiss Central Bank
The Swiss National Bank (SNB) is keeping key interest at zero percent. However, the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran is playing into Switzerland’s hands.
Read moreSwisscom Forms a Cartel in Italy
Swisscom has a lot of work with another billion Euro acquisition in Italy. But to tackle this, the state-owned company is teaming up with competitors.
Read moreOil prices are skyrocketing
The war waged by the U.S. and Israel against Iran has dire consequences for the world. Yet the Americans could use a trick to solve their main problem.
Read moreThe U.S. Makes Two Major Advances in Crypto
Americans have recognized the potential of cryptocurrencies. Even amid the U.S.-Israeli attack on Iran, they are pushing hard on blockchain-money.
Read moreU.S. President Trump makes same mistake as Putin
U.S. President Donald Trump has allowed himself to be dragged into a war with Iran for no good reason. The U.S. is already certain to emerge as the loser.
Read moreSwiss stocks are good investments even in times of war
In a long-term study, the private bank Pictet shows that investing in Swiss stocks always pays off. However, investors need to keep two things in mind.
Read moreIran conflict highlights global economic risks
The attack by Israel and the US on the Islamic Republic of Iran poses many dangers for the world. US President Donald Trump has the most to fear.
Read moreSwiss response to escalation in Middle East
The current crisis in the Middle East is affecting all air traffic, including that of airline Swiss. But this time, it’s not just alternative routes that are blocked.
Read moreFINMA pulls the plug on Bank MBaer
The Financial Market Supervisory Authority FINMA has liquidated MBaer Merchant Bank. Around 700 customers with 4.9 billion Swiss francs are affected.
Read moreHow ChatGPT and Coop inflate their sales figures
All companies try to generate high sales. But the figures do not always reflect actual sales, as some examples show.
Read moreFederal statisticians conjure up inflation
The Federal Statistical Office is adjusting the way it calculates inflation in Switzerland. This will enable the country to escape from unpopular deflation.
Read moreKeller-Sutter reveals real reason for CS’s downfall
Switzerland is telling all kinds of fairy tales about why crisis-stricken bank Credit Suisse disappeared. But the finance minister is talking herself into trouble.
Read moreRegulators take finfluencers to task
Self-proclaimed financial experts promise quick money on social networks. Regulators, such as Ex-FINMA-director Branson, are now taking action.
Read moreTrump stirs up the world at WEF in Davos
US President Trump presented his view of the world in his eagerly awaited speech at the WEF. Switzerland came in for some criticism.
Read moreCommodity giants awaken from their slumber
Secretive Swiss commodity companies such as Glencore, Trafigura, Vitol & Co. are emerging from the shadows. They all play a role in global politics.
Read moreSwiss army devours 8.5 billion annually
Countries include diverse items in their defense spending. Switzerland shows how it calculates this and discloses its army’s impressive revenues.
Read moreCrans-Montana hits insurer Axa hard
Axa Switzerland suffered several major losses in the Crans-Montana inferno. The insurer from Winterthur has responded with a proposal.
Read moreFire tragedy teaches Switzerland a bitter health lesson
The inferno in Crans-Montana has sent shockwaves through Switzerland. But the rude awakening is yet to come with in-depth analysis of the fire disaster.
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