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A look at major developments in Switzerland's corporate world. The SNB confirms UBS's crisis resilience as the bank plans a US expansion, Roche announces a successful trial for a new lung cancer drug, and retailer Migros opens its first 24-hour automated supermarket.
Swiss retailers in Ticino are facing increased economic pressure as cross-border shopping in Italy has surged, with estimates reaching CHF 700 million annually, partly driven by a lower VAT refund threshold for shoppers.
Switzerland's strict rules on retail hours may be loosened as the Federal Council has expressed support for allowing shops to open on more Sundays per year. The proposal is now set to spark a national debate on work-life balance and economic liberalisation.
Chinese distributors are demanding refunds from Swiss food giant Nestlé, claiming the company pressured them to buy excessive stock of infant formula and milk powder as market demand fell. The dispute has left distributors with unsellable inventory and mounting debts.
As the European Union prepares to introduce handling fees for small imported parcels this year, the Swiss Retail Federation is calling for Switzerland to implement a similar measure to level the playing field for domestic businesses and cover growing e-commerce logistics costs.
Citing a worsening economic climate and a desire to focus on its core Swiss market, the Migros Zurich cooperative has announced its decision to pull out of Germany by selling its supermarket subsidiary, Tegut.
Citing a worsening economic climate and a desire to focus on its core Swiss market, Migros Zurich has announced its decision to pull out of Germany and sell its subsidiary, Tegut.
Zurich-based shoe and apparel manufacturer On has announced record-breaking sales, exceeding CHF 3 billion for the first time in its 15-year history, driven by strong growth in the Asia-Pacific market and its expanding clothing and accessories business.
The Zurich-based footwear and apparel company On has reported record sales of over CHF 3.01 billion for its 15th anniversary year, marking a significant milestone driven by strong growth in the Asia-Pacific market and its direct-to-consumer business.
The Swiss retail sector saw minimal growth of just 1% in 2025, according to market researcher NielsenIQ. The trend of consumers moving from brick-and-mortar stores to online shopping continues, with e-commerce growing by approximately 10% while in-store sales likely declined.
Horai, a traditional Bernese organic wholesaler, has filed for bankruptcy, citing pressures from a drop in sales at specialty shops, increased competition from discounters, and lower consumer purchasing power. The closure reflects broader challenges within Switzerland's organic market.
Retail giant Migros has announced it will close all 15 physical branches of its bookselling brand Ex Libris by the end of 2026. The move, affecting 230 employees, is part of a strategic reorientation to consolidate its book business onto the Galaxus online platform.
The 'chocolate price war' has ended, with retailer Migros and chocolatier Lindt & Sprüngli reaching an agreement over purchase prices. Lindt products will return to all Migros and Denner shelves in time for the holiday shopping period.
A new report reveals a significant increase in company bankruptcies in Switzerland, with over 11,000 failing in the first 11 months of the year. The construction, catering, and retail sectors are the hardest hit.
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.
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