AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoChina Trade: Switzerland and China signed an upgraded free-trade pact that will bring zero tariffs to more than 99% of bilateral trade, widening access for Swiss goods and services. Banking: UBS posted a $2.7 billion third-quarter profit, up 8%, but debate over tougher capital rules has revived concerns that the bank could move its headquarters abroad. The Swiss National Bank reported a CHF44.2 billion third-quarter profit. Business Pressure: Swiss corporate bankruptcies are on track for a record in 2026, while Migros plans to merge regional cooperatives amid financial strain and scandal. AI and Jobs: Proton says AI now writes about 90% of its code and is reconsidering how it hires and evaluates staff, signalling how automation could reshape Swiss tech jobs. Tourism: Swiss economists expect a strong winter season, offering a bright spot for the economy.
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