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Jon Levy: « The Current Momentum Clearly Lies with Europe»
While the U.S. economy grapples with inflation, trade tensions, and slowing momentum, capital is increasingly flowing toward Europe. Economist Jon Levy expects a shallow downturn in the U.S. and sees new growth drivers emerging across the eurozone—particularly in Germany.
Christa Rigozzi: «It Looks Glamorous – But It’s Hard Work»
Balance is important to her and her work involves a lot of organization and energy. In this interview, former Miss Balance is important to her and her work involves a lot of organization and energy. In this interview, former Miss Switzerland Christa Rigozzi talks about her favorite wine and what is underestimated about her job.
Sygnum vs. Amina: Who’s Winning the Crypto Banking Race?
Two firms, one bold experiment: Since 2019, Sygnum and Amina have ventured into the uncharted territory of licensed crypto banking. Six years and a combined loss of over 200 million francs later, both are still operating in the red, but following distinctly different models and strategies. finews.com takes a close look at the 2024 annual reports.
Is Julius Baer’s Strategy Update the Breakthrough the Bank Needs?
The venerable Swiss private bank Julius Baer has suffered a setback in its transformation process: another batch of bad loans surfaced during a review, putting CEO Stefan Bollinger suddenly on the defensive. Much now hinges on the early-June strategy update. An assessment follows.
UBS' Benjamin Cavalli: More SFOs Considering MidEast «Second Leg»
The diversification of booking centers has been an ongoing trend for the ultra-rich and their family offices. In addition to traditional hubs, various centers within the Middle East are emerging as top options, according to UBS’ Benjamin Cavalli.
Short-Term Tariffs, Long-Term Turmoil: Inside the Family Office Fear Gauge
Even before the so-called «Liberation Day», many family offices had already named the trade war as the top risk when managing their portfolios, according to a UBS report. But in the longer term, the possibility of a major geopolitical conflict is the leading concern.
AI in Finance: Exclusive Networking Evening in Zurich
Liechtenstein Finance and finews.com invite you to an exclusive themed event in Zurich. Join us to discuss how artificial intelligence, as a megatrend, is transforming the financial industry – and what opportunities and challenges this presents for financial service providers.
Wellington's Push Into Swiss Wealth Management
The Boston-based asset manager oversees more than $1.3 trillion in assets for over 3,000 clients worldwide. Known for its decentralized investment culture, deep analyst bench, and long-standing sub-advisory partnerships with global giants like Vanguard, Wellington Management is now shifting gears in Switzerland — expanding beyond institutional mandates to target the wealth management segment more directly. finews.com sat down with two key executives in Zurich.
From Trauma to Thesis: Hummler’s New Take on an Unraveling Superpower
Hardly any other Swiss private banker has had more traumatic encounters with the United States than the man from eastern Switzerland, Konrad Hummler. Yet that does not stop him from again engaging critically with the dominance of this superpower—and arriving at some highly surprising conclusions.
Trump Embarks on Billion-Dollar Mission in the Middle East
«The Art of the Deal» – that could be the subtitle of U.S. President Donald Trump’s four-day visit to the Arabian Gulf region. Alongside the fireworks of numbers presented by both sides, some of the President's geopolitical remarks are likely to have caught the attention of the banking sector.
Perfect Weekend: Between the Zillertal Alps and the Dolomites
Presidents, opera divas and stock market gurus are among his guests: Kurt J. Gamper has been running the four-star Hotel Rudolf for twenty years with the mixture of warmth and class that he once learned from Swiss hotelier legend Hans C. Leu. The South Tyrolean host explains how the family business became an insider tip for discerning travelers - with a view of the Dolomites, the most beautiful golf course in the region and a sense for the small, subtle differences.
Anna Bretschneider: «A British Solution for Swiss Investors»
Public markets are undergoing a structural transformation: More companies are opting to stay private longer, bypassing traditional listings. This trend presents a challenge for investors. A 150-year-old British investment vehicle may offer a compelling solution—even for Swiss investors, writes Anna Bretschneider, Head of Switzerland at Baillie Gifford.
BX DLT System Launches with Sygnum, Incore and «Hypi»
The first DLT trading system with a Finma license will soon go live. BX Digital has now also been able to attract a number of well-known partners as participants. The aim is to create the basis for a liquid and trustworthy ecosystem that will shape the financial center.
HSBC Executive Joins SIX Executive Board
The Swiss financial market infrastructure operator is filling gaps in its executive team. The exchange division will now be permanently led by an experienced SIX insider, while an external candidate has also been appointed. The new appointments bear the signature of CEO Bjørn Sibbern, who has been the key figure at SIX since November 2024.
UBS, Postfinance, Sygnum: Zurich's Kaufleuten Hosts First AssetAwards
This year's AssetRush delivered its trademark punch again: a fast-paced pitch show, big-name appearances, and – in cooperation with finews.com – the first-ever AssetAwards honoring leaders in the expanding universe of investable assets.