Swiss Franc Strengthens as Safe-Haven Demand Surges
The Swiss franc surges to its strongest level against the euro in eighteen months as geopolitical tensions drive investors toward safe-haven assets.
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SMI Reaches All-Time High Driven by Pharmaceutical Rally
The Swiss Market Index closes at a record 13,847 points, propelled by a powerful rally in pharmaceutical heavyweights Novartis and Roche.
Swiss Franc Strengthens as Safe-Haven Demand Surges
The Swiss franc surges to its strongest level against the euro in eighteen months as geopolitical tensions drive investors toward safe-haven assets.
Nestlé Announces Major Sustainability Investment Plan
Nestlé has unveiled a CHF 5 billion sustainability investment plan spanning the next five years, marking the Vevey-based food giant’s most ambitious environmental commitment to date. The plan, announced by CEO Laurent Freixe at a press conference at the company’s headquarters, targets a 50 percent reduction in Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by […]
Swiss Watchmakers Report Record Export Growth in Q4
The Swiss watch industry has closed 2025 with record-breaking export figures, as fourth-quarter shipments surged 14.2 percent year-on-year to reach CHF 7.8 billion, according to data released by the Federation of the Swiss Watch Industry. The full-year total of CHF 27.3 billion represents the highest annual figure ever recorded, surpassing the previous record set in […]
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Zürich Design Week Puts Swiss Innovation Center Stage
Zürich Design Week returns for its eighth edition this spring, transforming the city’s Kreis 5 district into a vibrant showcase of Swiss and international design talent. Running from March 15 to 22, the week-long event will feature over 300 exhibitors, 50 panel discussions, and a series of immersive installations that blur the line between design, […]
Swiss Film Festival Showcases Emerging Alpine Directors
The Solothurn Film Festival, Switzerland’s premier showcase for national cinema, has unveiled an ambitious programme for its 2026 edition, with a strong focus on emerging directors from alpine regions. The festival, which runs from January 22 to 29, will screen over 160 films from Swiss and international filmmakers working at the intersection of mountain culture […]
Lucerne Festival Celebrates 85 Years of Musical Excellence
The Lucerne Festival marks its 85th anniversary this summer with an extraordinary season of performances that pay tribute to its storied history while embracing contemporary musical voices. Founded in 1938, the festival has grown from a modest concert series on the shores of Lake Lucerne into one of Europe’s most prestigious classical music events. A […]
