AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoSwiss-China Trade Deal: Switzerland and China have concluded talks to optimise their 2014 free trade agreement, aiming for signing by end-2026; 99.8% of Swiss exports to China should become duty-free, with expanded rules on services, digital trade, competition, origin, and stronger labour and environmental provisions. Swiss Finance: Lombard Odier reported record SFr239bn in assets under management for H1 2026 and SFr138m net profit, up 25% year-on-year, citing net new money and investment performance. Swiss Business & Tech: Distalmotion said the FDA cleared its DEXTER robotic system for ventral hernia repairs, completing its core outpatient portfolio. Swiss Economy & Climate: Lake Zurich hit a record low water level amid drought, while Swiss markets were slightly down as Middle East tensions and oil prices weighed on sentiment. Global Markets (FX): The US dollar slid to a three-month low after Treasury bond buyback plans to calm the bond selloff, with the Swiss franc easing after earlier gains.
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