Economy

Alcohol test purchases: poor results show the limits of the current system

Alcohol test purchases: poor results show the limits of the current system

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30.06.2022 – 09:00 Sucht Schweiz / Addiction Switzerland / Dipendenze Svizzera Lausanne (ots) The report on test purchases carried out in physical points of sale in Switzerland reveals that, despite the regulations in force, minors were able to buy alcohol illegally in around a third of cases in 2021. Wearing a mask shows the limitations …

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Digitalization of the insurance sector in Switzerland: resumption of investments

Digitalization of the insurance sector in Switzerland: resumption of investments

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After a timid recovery in 2021, the insurance sector is part of an investment dynamic in 2022. There are many initiatives to develop the customer experience, in particular on mobile applications. Colombus Consulting publishes the 5e edition of its study on the digitalization of the customer experience in insurance in Switzerland. After a timid recovery …

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Investing in troubled markets: 7 principles to guide investors

Investing in troubled markets: 7 principles to guide investors

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Even during disruptive global events and extreme market moves, it’s important to think long term. Otherwise, losses are to be feared. Right now, our clients are asking us if they should start repositioning their portfolios, changing their asset allocation or even setting price floors. Our advice, as always, is to invest wisely, that is to …

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The next generation of financial infrastructure will be on the blockchain

The next generation of financial infrastructure will be on the blockchain

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Justin Sun from Tron calls for a virtuous e-payment, e-commerce, blockchain, cryptos ecosystem. The dream scenario for financial inclusion for all. On the sidelines of the Council of 164 Trade Ministers of the member countries of the World Trade Organization (WTO) meeting in Geneva, the conclusions of which were made public on June 17, Justin …

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The electricity bill for the ice rink in Porrentruy takes the lift

The electricity bill for the ice rink in Porrentruy takes the lift

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The SIDP committee presented the 2021 accounts on Wednesday evening in Coeuve. They end up with a deficit of 136,000 francs while the budget provided for a loss of 75,000 francs. This difference of approximately 60,000 francs, which is explained by the accounting depreciation of the ice rink, which was greater than expected. Delegates accepted …

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Is a recession approaching?

Is a recession approaching?

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The slowness of the European Central Bank seems ripe for a policy error, believes Lisa Coleman of JP Morgan AM. US bond prices put the probability of a recession at 30%, while European securities put the risk at 50%. That’s a one in two chance. Valuations are factoring in the consequences of the withdrawal of …

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