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The Swiss government has backed a parliamentary push to regulate unilateral price increases by streaming services such as Netflix. The article should explain the proposed consumer protections, compare Switzerland with measures in neighbouring countries and assess whether regulation would affect subscription contracts.
5 days ago · 1 source
Switzerland
Cadmium was detected in 67 of 90 tested food products, although none exceeded current safety limits. The article should explain the risks of long-term exposure, how cadmium enters the food chain and what Swiss consumers and regulators need to know.
SWI swissinfo.ch
Finance
A new study by Moneyland.ch indicates that Swiss consumers pay a steep price for their loyalty to a single bank. By analyzing the combined annual costs for key services across nine major institutions, the report found that diversifying banking relationships could lead to significant savings, with the most expensive 'all-in-one' option costing nearly CHF1,000 per year.
SWI swissinfo.ch
Business
The online travel provider Ebookers has announced it will close its Swiss website and app on September 2, 2026. This article details the impact on customers with existing and future bookings, the transition of services to other Expedia-owned brands like Hotels.com, and what this means for the Swiss online travel market.
SWI swissinfo.ch
Geopolitics
The global energy shock triggered by the war in Iran is directly impacting Swiss households, with rising costs for fuel and heating oil. The crisis now threatens summer travel plans as shrinking jet fuel supplies and soaring prices point to more expensive airline tickets and potential flight reductions.
The Local Switzerland · +2 more
Economy
Industry group Avenergy Suisse warns that petrol prices are set to rise sharply in the coming days due to increased oil prices following the conflict in the Middle East. The situation has already caused disruptions to maritime traffic and refinery operations.
The Local Switzerland · +2 more
Business
In a historic shift during Migros' 100th anniversary year, Coop has captured 43% market share versus Migros' 37.4%, particularly gaining ground in meat and fresh vegetables despite Migros' price-cutting campaign.
The Local Switzerland · +1 more
