Stadler Rail
Stadler wins CHF300 million Saudi rail contract
Stadler Rail has secured a further CHF300 million order for ten Intercity trains from Saudi Arabia, doubling the fleet covered by its existing contract.
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medtech
Swiss medtech industry warns that its competitive edge is fading
Switzerland’s medtech sector remains a major exporter, but companies warn that falling investment and fewer new jobs are weakening the country’s attractiveness as a business location.
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Switzerland
Swiss exporters could benefit from billions in US tariff refunds
Swiss exporters may be eligible for up to $2 billion in US tariff reimbursements after the American tariff regime was struck down by the Supreme Court. The potential refunds are concentrated in precision instruments, medical devices and watches, although importers rather than exporters formally receive the money.
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watchmaking
Luxury boom masks a widening divide in Switzerland’s watch industry
Swiss watch exports have stabilised, but the apparent recovery is being driven by a small luxury segment while many manufacturers face weaker demand, tariffs, high gold prices and a strong franc.
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Switzerland
Switzerland’s economy grew 1. 5% in the second quarter, its strongest quarterly expansion since late 2021. The rebound was driven by chemicals and pharmaceuticals, a sharp recovery in exports and stronger investment, although household consumption remained subdued.
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Switzerland
Switzerland and China have negotiated an upgraded trade agreement that would remove tariffs on 99. 8% of current Swiss exports.
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Swiss economy
Switzerland and China have negotiated an upgraded trade agreement that would eventually remove tariffs on 99. 8% of current Swiss exports.
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Switzerland-China relations
Switzerland and China have concluded negotiations on a revised trade agreement that would eventually remove tariffs on 99. 8% of current Swiss exports to China. The deal could benefit Swiss exporters, although implementation and the broader strategic implications of closer economic ties with Beijing still require scrutiny.
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pharmaceuticals
An industry-backed study warns that changes to US pharmaceutical policy could cost Switzerland almost CHF95 billion by 2040. The scenarios include production moving to the United States and a new US approach to drug pricing, with potential consequences for Swiss growth and patients.
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China
Switzerland and China have concluded negotiations on an upgraded trade agreement that would eventually remove tariffs on 99. 8% of current Swiss exports to China. The deal could materially affect exporters facing pressure from the strong franc and other international trade barriers.
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trade
Switzerland and China have concluded negotiations on a revised trade agreement that would eventually remove tariffs on 99. 8% of current Swiss exports to China, creating a significant opportunity for Swiss exporters.
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Swiss engineering
Swiss precision and electrical engineering firms are showing resilience despite Middle East conflict, US tariffs and supply-chain pressures, Swissmem says. The association describes the recovery as fragile and uneven, with companies cautiously optimistic about foreign orders.
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Switzerland-China relations
Switzerland and China have concluded negotiations to expand their free-trade agreement, with 99. 8% of current Swiss exports eventually set to enter China duty-free. The deal also aims to improve market access for Swiss investors and adds provisions on labour and environmental issues.
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economy
Swiss export industries from pharmaceuticals to watchmaking are sounding the alarm over the franc's relentless rise, which is eroding competitiveness. The economic pressure is compounded by renewed comments from Donald Trump singling out Switzerland's trade surplus to justify his tariff policies.
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economy
Swiss exports to the United States rebounded significantly in September, showing a 43% increase after previous slump, marking important economic recovery in bilateral trade.
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economy
New study reveals Swiss watch exports only declined 1% despite 39% US tariffs, demonstrating industry adaptability in key market.
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economy
Swiss companies face unprecedented challenges as new US customs regulations and tariffs force businesses, including Swiss Post, to suspend shipments to the United States, signaling broader economic implications.
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economy
Switzerland's GDP growth slows to 0. 1% in Q2 2025 following pre-tariff export surge, raising concerns about economic stability amid global trade tensions.
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defense
Military equipment exports reach CHF358 million in first half of 2025, raising concerns about arms sales to authoritarian regimes
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economy
Swiss export industry faces significant setback as shipments to the US plummet by 39. 6%, reaching lowest levels since late 2020.
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