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Transocean Completes Tender Offers for Senior Notes

Transocean Ltd. concludes tender offers for 2027 and 2025 Senior Notes with robust holder turnout.

Criminal Investigation in Ticino Continues: Norman Gobbi Cleared

The criminal probe into a traffic accident involving Norman Gobbi in Ticino now encompasses a police officer and a team leader.

Two Foreigners Found Guilty Of Covid Fraud: Jailed and Fined

In the Rhine Valley District Court, two men were sentenced to conditional prison terms for forging 210 Covid vaccination certificates and profiting CHF 10,000 each.

SBB Will Be 100% Green By 2030

SBB outlines a robust environmental strategy, transitioning entirely to renewable energy by 2030 and cutting greenhouse gas emissions by 50% from 2018 levels.

Jura: One of the Only Cantons In Debt

Jura's 2023 fiscal report reveals an CHF 11.8 million deficit, worsened by the absence of SNB profit shares.

UBS Plans New Job Cuts in Credit Suisse Integration: Claims Bloomberg

UBS set to initiate more layoffs in its banking, markets, and wealth management sectors, targeting a significant reduction in staff expenses as part of the Credit Suisse integration.

Lonza Successfully Prices EUR 1 Billion Bond

Lonza announces a EUR 1 billion bond issuance with a 3.875% annual coupon, set to mature in 2036.

Local Swiss Wine Won Last Year: New Data

In 2023, Swiss wine consumption slightly declined by 0.5%, yet local wines expanded their market share.

Mobimo’s Capital Markets Day Highlights

At its Capital Markets Day, Mobimo Holding AG unveils details of its project pipeline.

Snow Across Switzerland: April Cold Snap Surprises

Snow reaches the lowlands on the northern side of the Alps, dusting Bern and causing concerns for early vegetation.

Swiss Watch Exports Declined This March

Swiss watch exports plummet by 16.1% in March with a notable decrease in demand from China and Hong Kong.

Graubünden KB Loans to Signa Cleared Of Suspicion

Graubündner Kantonalbank's audit reveals valid loans and a conservative approach, affirming no undue risks.

African Swine Fever Anticipated In Switzerland Soon

The National Council supports financial aid for the Swiss meat industry for losses due to African swine fever.

Why Does Nestle Add Sugar To Baby Products?

Nestlé's baby food products under fire for higher sugar content in developing nations.

Lucerne Asset Manager Jailed For Years

Lucerne financial advisor convicted of commercial fraud and forgery, sentenced to over five years in prison after deceiving investors.

Swiss Data Protection: Edöb Slams Digitec Galaxus

Digitec Galaxus urged by Swiss Federal Data Protection Commissioner to revise customer data handling practices.

Switzerland Moves to Ban Extremist Symbols

Switzerland's Parliament approves measures to ban the public use of Nazi symbols and other extremist insignias.

European Gas Prices Reach New 2024 Highs

Amid escalating conflicts in the Middle East, European natural gas prices reach a three-month high.