18 April 2024
Why glaciers are melting more rapidly, five reasons not to move to Switzerland, and more in our roundup of Swiss news from July 22 –
Snow reaches the lowlands on the northern side of the Alps, dusting Bern and causing concerns for early vegetation.
Swiss watch exports plummet by 16.1% in March with a notable decrease in demand from China and Hong Kong.
Graubündner Kantonalbank's audit reveals valid loans and a conservative approach, affirming no undue risks.
The National Council supports financial aid for the Swiss meat industry for losses due to African swine fever.
Nestlé's baby food products under fire for higher sugar content in developing nations.
Lucerne financial advisor convicted of commercial fraud and forgery, sentenced to over five years in prison after deceiving investors.
Digitec Galaxus urged by Swiss Federal Data Protection Commissioner to revise customer data handling practices.
Switzerland's Parliament approves measures to ban the public use of Nazi symbols and other extremist insignias.
Amid escalating conflicts in the Middle East, European natural gas prices reach a three-month high.
Swiss Life Asset Managers enhances its telecom portfolio by securing a co-controlling stake in Telecom Infrastructure Partners.
Thurgauer Kantonalbank merges its Valuu platform with Brokermarket to enhance mortgage brokerage services.
The Federal Council's decision to hold its 19th "extra muros" meeting in Aarau reflects its commitment to regional engagement and it's historical significance.
Bcomp closes a $40 million Series C funding round led by major Swiss investors.
Switzerland reinforces its commitment to international space cooperation by signing the Artemis Accords.
March 2024 sees a significant rise in asylum applications in Switzerland, with Afghan nationals leading the influx.
The Swiss National Council votes against a CHF 100 increase in child and education allowances.
Switzerland's finance minister endorses estimates that UBS might need an additional $15 to $25 billion in capital under new regulatory proposals.
Switzerland contributes CHF 19 million at the Paris donor conference, focusing on humanitarian relief.
Zurich's Sechseläuten festival features the Böögg's burning, a guest appearance by Appenzell Ausserrhoden.
With a unanimous vote, the Swiss National Council enacts a federal law regulating telework taxation for cross-border commuters.