AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoUS Trade Policy: The US has imposed a 15% tariff on polysilicon derivatives plus minimum import prices (from Dec 4, 2026), including USD 0.22/W for solar cells and USD 0.38/W for modules—another pressure point for the solar supply chain. Swiss Pharma & Medtech: Alcon lifted its 2026 profitability outlook after tariff refunds, while Basel’s pharma hub is bracing for AI, geopolitics and shifting investment patterns. Energy & Climate Impacts: Europe’s drought is hitting crops hard (corn worst), and low Rhine levels are raising alarms for industry and shipping. Swiss Business in Motion: RTL Group’s streaming push is accelerating after the Sky Deutschland deal, and On (Swiss sportswear) missed sales expectations as consumers turn cautious. Swiss Public Health & Infrastructure: Geneva and Vaud reactivated their heatwave plan as conditions peak again. Swiss Industry Tech: Deutsche Bank became the first European renminbi clearing bank, clearing in Frankfurt to speed China-Europe cross-border payments. Transport & Logistics: Low river levels are forcing river-cruise operators to reshuffle itineraries and vessels on short notice. Sports & Media: Formula E tapped Sennheiser as Official Sound Provider to boost immersive race audio.
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