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Canadian miner completes payment for Bolivian mining assets
Credit: Shutterstock.com/Parilov Dentons Guevara & Gutiérrez in La Paz has helped Canada’s Santacruz Silver Mining complete the acquisition of Bolivian mining assets from Swiss company Glencore, a deal worth US$40 million. Subscribe to unlock...

Bellevue Taps Industry Veteran to Drive Asia-Pacific Expansion
Swiss-based Bellevue Asset Management has appointed a proven executive as Head of Distribution Asia Pacific, adding a seasoned asset management leader with deep regional expertise and a broad network. Based in Singapore, she will spearhead the...

Indian Textile Industry Sanguine Of Opportunities Through…
New Delhi, Oct 1 (KNN) The Confederation of Indian Textile Industry (CITI) has expressed optimism about the Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) between India and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA), which comes into force today....

Diana Shipping boosts liquidity with $55m secured term loan
Greek bulker owner Diana Shipping has signed a $55m six-year secured term loan facility with the National Bank of Greece. The full amount of the loan, signed on September 29, 2025, was drawn down immediately. The new loan maturing in September...

How high-cost Switzerland stayed a manufacturing powerhouse in the offshore era
It’s a site you may not expect in one of the world’s most expensive cities. But on the outskirts of Geneva, known for its discreet wealth, high wages and multimillion-dollar homes, the Fortune 500 Europe fragrance producer DSM-Firmenich has its...

Boston Consulting Group appoints Benjamin Morach as Head of Switzerland
Boston Consulting Group (BCG) has installed a new Country Head for Switzerland, appointing Benjamin Morach to lead its Swiss offices in Zurich and Geneva. Originally from Basel-Landschaft, the 37-year old new country leader is a recognized expert...

Instagram Hype Leads Subway to Launch Planted Chicken Sandwich in Switzerland
3 Mins Read Fast-food giant Subway has collaborated with Swiss plant-based meat leader Planted to develop a new teriyaki sandwich in all its stores nationwide. Subway lovers in Switzerland will now be able to get their hands on vegan chicken in...

Swiss Re CorSo Australia appoints Anna Khomeini to distribution team

Markets Today: Swiss Inflation Steady, Gold Nears $3900/oz, DAX Eyes Potential 900 Point Move
European stock markets reached a record high on Thursday. This surge was primarily driven by companies related to computer chips and technology, following a strong overnight rally on Wall Street and Asia. Shares in major healthcare companies also...
Swiss-Filipina Ornella Brianna eager to bloom in Philippine theater
MANILA, Philippines — Ornella Brianna, a rising star in Philippine theater, carries the legacy of her artist mom Tricia Canilao. Tricia has performed in "Miss Saigon" as Kim, Gigi, and Ellen, and played roles in Hong Kong Disneyland. She gave...

Swiss Bank Sygnum Unveils BTC Alpha Fund With Bitcoin Yields On Holdings
Switzerland’s Sygnum Bank now offers the BTC Alpha Fund, giving clients exposure to Bitcoin price appreciation plus yields for simply keeping the product in their portfolio. Sygnum, a digital asset bank in Switzerland, has recently launched the...

Swiss Wines and Chocolates to Become Cheaper in India After New Trade Deal
Swiss wines and chocolates will soon become more affordable for Indian consumers following the implementation of a new trade agreement between India and a bloc of four European nations—Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein. India signed...

Offshore Wealth in Hong Kong Could Surpass Switzerland in 2025
Hong Kong’s status as an international wealth hub is experiencing a sharp rebound, with the city potentially surpassing Switzerland this year in terms of cross-border assets. Hong Kong could surpass Switzerland in 2025 by cross-border wealth with...

Icen Risk Brings M&A Insurance Products to US With $50M Capacity From Zurich
Specialist transactional risk insurer Icen Risk announced it is expanding to the United States to meet strong demand. London-based Icen said minority owner Zurich Insurance Group is providing $50 million of capacity, effective immediately. In...

Sign of the times as Swiss buy euros, not dollars
The Swiss National Bank may be a special case, but if you were looking for a switch in the behavior of central bank reserve managers in their currency preference, then the Swiss case is a curious vignette. The dollar is off the menu. The SNB's...

Koa Tackles Chocolate Industry Waste with ‘World’s First’ Cacao Fruit Shots
4 Mins Read German startup Koa has launched three vitamin shots made from cacao fruit juice, valorising a key chocolate industry sidestream and providing additional income for farmers. Koa, a Cologne-based startup upcycling waste from chocolate...
Maison Cailler Museum offers immersive experience of chocolate production in Switzerland
A robotic arm sorts and packs chocolates at the Maison Cailler Museum in Broc, Gruyere, Switzerland, Oct. 1, 2025. The Maison Cailler Museum is one of Switzerland's most popular tourist attractions. It offers an immersive multi-sensory journey...

Accounting for uncertainty to help engineers design complex systems
Designing a complex electronic device like a delivery drone involves juggling many choices, such as selecting motors and batteries that minimize cost while maximizing the payload the drone can carry or the distance it can travel. Unraveling that...

Swiss chocolates and watches get cheaper as India-EFTA trade pact kicks in
The trade agreement between India and the four-nation European bloc EFTA came into force on Wednesday, under which the country has received an investment commitment of $100 billion over 15 years, while lowering or removing duties on products like...

India–EFTA trade pact comes into force, unlocking new opportunities for textile industry
Image Courtesy: https://www.efta.int/ The India–European Free Trade Association (EFTA) Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) came into effect today, marking a significant milestone in India’s trade and investment landscape. The Ministry...