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Read moreSummer Theater of the Swiss Government
Switzerland has discovered the energy crisis as an issue. Politicians are not only giving absurd advice on how to save energy, but the headless actions of the state are also becoming clear.
Read moreThe traditional group Von Roll rises from its sickbed
Traditional Swiss company Von Roll suffered a slump in profits in the first half of the year. However, some mega-trends seem to help the crisis-ridden company get back on its feet.
Read moreUBS is emulating Elon Musk
The big bank UBS announced a takeover worth billions of Dollars, in a gushing statement. Now, it is sheepishly back-pedaling.
Read moreThe Airline Swiss and the Baur au Lac join forces
The airline Swiss currently has almost nothing but negative headlines. But now it has pulled off a coup to underscore its claim to be a premium carrier.
Read moreDoing business in China is still ‘en vogue’
The tensions with China are causing companies to put their business in China to the test. However, a German group shows how Swiss companies can also deal with the situation.
Read moreAre there any more cheating airlines in Switzerland?
Airlines are suffering from staff shortages following the coronavirus pandemic. Swiss is not alone in relying on emergency personnel from cheaper countries.
Read moreCanton Zurich sends a hospital to intensive care
There are far too many hospitals in Switzerland. The canton of Zurich stands firm with one clinic and withdraws all state service contracts from it. Those responsible are happy.
Read moreNew “Thinking Steps” from Martullo-Blocher
Right wing National Councilor and entrepreneur Magdalena Martullo-Blocher is known for her “Seven Thinking Steps”. Now she offers new advice.
Read moreThe U.S.A. and China are converging economically
The United States of America and China are constantly at loggerheads – at least that is the tenor. But now they are settling a decade-old dispute in an unusual place.
Read moreClearance at Credit Suisse
The crisis-ridden bank Credit Suisse has to cut costs. Now the first details about job cuts are leaking out.
Read moreAllianz Suisse hits the bull’s eye
The activities of the German insurance giant Allianz in Switzerland are going well. One area in particular stands out in the half-year.
Read moreTurbulences over wind power in Switzerland
A study has analyzed the potential for wind energy in Switzerland. But opponents are upset and picking apart the analysis.
Read moreBaloise Group breathes a sigh of relief
Baloise Group CEO Gert de Winter has just recovered from cancer. A lot of work await him.
Read moreHow Germany secretly plans nationalizations
During the energy crisis, civil servants were preparing all kinds of measures in their offices. Germany seems to have been particularly eager.
Read moreSwiss economy shakes off coronavirus
According to the latest figures, Switzerland’s GDP recovered significantly last year from the slumps during the coronavirus crisis. Juggernauts and stragglers surprise.
Read moreMargin shrinkage at Ems-Chemie
The specialty chemicals group Ems-Chemie has published strong half-year results. The only downside seems to be the declining margins. But there is another conspicuous feature.
Read moreBulgari chief reveals secrets for jewelry purchases
The head of luxury brand Bulgari, Jean-Christophe Babin, has spilled the beans on tips for buying luxury jewelry. In an interview, he said how buyers could achieve guaranteed increases in value.
Read moreAnalysis of Facebook data changes the world
Social media are considered data octopuses. They collect a lot of material about their users and evaluate it. But now scientists are exploring the terrain and finding incredible things.
Read moreNobel Prize winner wants fracking and nuclear power
The American Nobel Prize winner for economics Joseph Stiglitz has called for pragmatic measures in the energy crisis. He gives sound reasons for his stance.
Read moreFederal government scrapes close to disaster
During the Corona crisis the Swiss government supported the airlines Swiss and Edelweiss. However, an analysis shows that it often did not act correctly at all.
Read moreCost explosion at the Raiffeisen Group
The Raiffeisen Group has recorded a comparatively sharp rise in costs. The explanations for this are surprising.
Read moreAuditors are currently spared nothing
The accounting firm PwC is facing an explosive lawsuit in the U.K. But the case could upend the entire world of work.
Read moreMega profit collapse at PSP Swiss Property
The real estate company PSP Swiss Property performed well operationally in the first half of the year. However, results were deflated at one position.
Read moreNext wave of U.S. penalties rolls toward the banking world
Banks have already paid several billion in fines in the U.S. Now another billion dollars is added – Swiss institutions are also affected.
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