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The Swiss Federal Railways reported a CHF126 million profit in the first half of 2026, driven by increased passenger numbers, property income and a recovery in freight. The results come as SBB continues restructuring its freight operations and manages slightly lower punctuality.
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Swiss economy
The Federal Statistical Office has revised Swiss economic growth higher, reporting 1.6% GDP growth in 2025, compared with the previous 1.4% estimate. Domestic demand and investment were major contributors, while earlier growth figures were also upgraded.
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Swiss insurance
Swiss insurers reported aggregate profits of CHF24.4 billion in 2025, a 136% increase from the previous year, according to FINMA. Investment gains were a major contributor, while the regulator described the sector’s overall financial position as sound.
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Holcim
Holcim plans to buy German wall and flooring specialist Fermacell for €840 million, expanding its portfolio of construction components and modular building solutions across Europe.
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crime
The high-profile appeal hearing for Pierin Vincenz, the former head of Raiffeisen bank, has commenced, drawing significant public and media attention. Vincenz is appealing a 2022 conviction for fraud and other charges.
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economy
The slump in Germany's automotive sector is causing a direct fallout in Switzerland, exemplified by the SFS group's decision to close its Flawil plant, resulting in 110 job losses and highlighting the Swiss supply chain's vulnerability.
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business
In a major development for the Swiss pharmaceutical sector, South Korean contract manufacturer Samsung Biologics has submitted a CHF1.5 billion cash offer to acquire Polypeptide, a key Swiss producer of active pharmaceutical ingredients.
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economy
The Swiss economy is demonstrating robust health, with the benchmark SMI index hitting an all-time high, the IMF forecasting continued positive growth, and new figures showing a significant rise in median annual salaries.
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business
The Swiss Competition Commission (Comco) has again expanded its investigation into an alleged bid-rigging cartel in Graubünden's construction sector, now including a total of nine companies in its probe.
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business
Japanese technology giant Hitachi Energy has announced it will build its new Swiss headquarters in Otelfingen, canton Zurich. The major investment includes the creation of 3,000 jobs, providing a significant economic boost for the region.
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finance
A massive investigation in India has uncovered alleged accounting fraud at Rajesh Exports, with its Swiss subsidiaries in Ticino and Lucerne at the center of the controversy. Indian authorities accuse the company of inflating figures, with actual earnings reportedly 99% lower than stated.
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aviation
Swiss International Air Lines will cancel 326 flights from its upcoming summer schedule, including services to the US, due to operational constraints including a shortage of cockpit crew. The airline stated the cuts represent less than 0.5% of its total program but will impact summer travel plans.
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business
E-commerce giant Amazon has purchased Rivr, a Zurich-based robotics start-up and spin-off from ETH Zurich that specializes in autonomous delivery robots capable of navigating stairs. The acquisition price was not disclosed, but Rivr was previously valued at approximately $110 million.
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business
Shoe manufacturer On has successfully won its battle to use the Swiss cross on its footwear, after the Swiss Federal Institute of Intellectual Property relaxed its rules. The change allows companies that conduct research and design in Switzerland to use the national symbol, even if manufacturing occurs abroad.
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tourism
A new large-scale, chocolate-themed park is planned for Broc in the canton of Fribourg, with a total investment of CHF 400 million. The project, a partnership between Nestlé Switzerland and Jogne Invest, will expand the existing Cailler museum at the historic chocolate production site.
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business
Swiss banking giant UBS has achieved a key milestone by obtaining a national banking license from US authorities. This will allow the bank to expand its services for wealthy clients in the US, offering more everyday banking products and strengthening its long-term commitment to the American market.
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economy
Switzerland's economy grew by a slight 0.2% in the fourth quarter of 2025, according to new figures from the State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (Seco). This fragile rebound follows the previous quarter's contraction, which was driven by the impact of US tariffs on the chemical and pharmaceutical industries.
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business
Australian pharmaceutical firm CSL Behring has announced plans for significant job cuts at its Bern facility. The move, reportedly affecting around 180 employees, has triggered a mandatory consultation procedure due to the scale of the planned redundancies.
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Swisscom
Swisscom's net profit fell significantly due to the integration costs associated with its €8 billion acquisition of Vodafone Italia, compounded by erosion in its core telecommunications business and a strong Swiss franc.
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business
Swisscom has announced a significant drop in net profit, attributing the decline to the substantial costs of integrating Vodafone Italia following its recent €8 billion acquisition. The result highlights the financial impact of the largest takeover in the telecom firm's history.
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