Swiss watchmaking: Breitling boss welcomes US tariff cut
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The recent decision to lower US tariffs on Swiss imports from 39% to 15% is particularly good news for the watch industry, says Georges Kern, head of the Breitling luxury watch brand.
Q3: Swiss GDP falls amid global slowdown, tariff shock
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The Swiss economy has felt the full impact of the introduction of 39% US tariffs in August and the slowdown in the global economy.
Swiss press question concessions in US tariff deal
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Swiss newspapers have questioned the deal struck with Washington and concessions made by Switzerland to allow the tariff rate on Swiss imports to be lowered from 39% to 15%. What exactly were they?
US tariff rate cut: Swiss press are upbeat but warn of high cost
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The Swiss press breathed a sigh of relief on Saturday following the announcement of a deal between Bern and Washington to slash tariffs on imported Swiss products.
New tariffs could enter into force in 10-12 days, says Swiss economics minister
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Swiss Economics Minister Guy Parmelin says the date of entry into force of new customs tariffs with the US is unclear – but could possibly begin in 10-12 days.
Lessons from the US-Swiss tariff dispute: when the ends justify the means
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Tariff negotiations with the United States have been a steep learning curve for Switzerland and its trade diplomacy — and an unprecedented rollercoaster ride.
Swiss tech sector feels the squeeze of Trump’s tariffs
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The Swiss tech industry remains under heavy pressure. On top of global political uncertainty and a strong Swiss franc, US tariffs are making life difficult for companies.
Switzerland reportedly close to finalising US customs deal
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The Bloomberg news agency reported on Monday that an agreement was emerging in the negotiations between the two countries. This could be reached in the next two weeks, it said.
Tariffs: Swiss minister talks with US trade representative
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Economics Minister Guy Parmelin had talks with US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer today. According to Parmelin, the dialogue was constructive.
Facing Trump’s tariffs, Swiss farmers find themselves with too much milk
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Swiss dairy farmers produced a bumper harvest of milk, but higher U.S. duties have forced them to consider ways to cut back, including slaughtering cows.
