AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoIndustrial Growth: Siemens reported record annual profit and raised its growth targets, citing demand for equipment used in AI data centres. Swiss rival ABB has also benefited, with orders up 40% in the latest quarter. Medtech: Sonova raised its 2027 sales and profit forecasts after market-share gains and strong uptake of new hearing aids, including its AI-powered Phonak EON platform. Climate Tech: Lausanne-based startup Sixteen44 is developing a way to cut methane emissions from cattle, targeting a potent source of greenhouse gases. Connectivity: Swiss broadband provider Quickline is modernizing its network with Harmonic’s virtualized technology. Trade: Switzerland and its EFTA partners have signed a trade deal with Vietnam, opening opportunities for exporters once the agreement is ratified; businesses will need to meet rules-of-origin and sustainability requirements.
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