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  • Fair value: Strong Swiss franc isn't a once-in-a-lifetime phenomenon

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    Weak franc, strong franc: Focus on value concepts

    Value concepts such as the fair value model and the well-known Big Mac Index are used to assess the value of a currency. Under the fair value model, the Swiss franc is overvalued against the euro. Indeed the strength of the currency causes difficulties for many a Swiss company. However, past data from the Big Mac shows that this wasn't always the case.

  • Hedging: Tips from a currency hedging expert

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    Hedging currency risks. Planning ahead to be better protected.

    Currency fluctuations can have a major impact on business results. That's why many companies choose currency hedging. Anja Burford, Head of FX Sales for SMEs and Banks, discusses forward transactions and derivatives and explains the optimal way for clients to hedge.

  • Publications

    Swiss companies do not expect the euro to appreciate.

    The majority of Swiss companies are active in foreign trade. Currency risks are part of their day-to-day business. A Credit Suisse study on foreign exchange rate development shows what foreign exchange rates corporate clients expect in 2020 and the extent to which they make use of currency hedging.

  • Retail sector in Switzerland: Growth potential in online retail

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    Sales in retailing are stagnating. Online retail presents opportunities.

    Stagnating sales continue to afflict the retail sector in Switzerland. The situation for brick-and-mortar stores is particularly serious. The outlook is better for companies that are strongly investing in e-commerce. Online retail continues to present good opportunities for growth in 2020.

  • Fotokite product innovation by a Swiss start up

    Success Stories

    A new member in fire departments. Saving lives with drones.

    A flying camera for fire departments? Why not, said the team from Fotokite. Find out where the company get its inspiration for its product innovations and how the start-up secures its financing – CEO Christopher McCall on entrepreneurship and start-up ideas.

  • Swiss economy unlikely to gain much traction in 2020 either

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    Swiss economy unlikely to gain much traction in 2020 either 

    At 1.4%, growth in the Swiss economy in 2020 is likely to exceed the previous year's figure – partly due to Switzerland's stable labor market. The positive economic forecast is nevertheless influenced by major sporting events, which are overstating the situation.

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