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Roche invests 700 million in a plant in North Carolina

Roche invests $700 million in North Carolina plant

This content was published on May 13, 2025 Swiss pharmaceutical and diagnostics giant Roche pledged on Monday to inject at least $700 million into the construction of a new plant in the United States.

Trump’s promise to lower drug prices rattles Swiss pharma stocks

This content was published on May 12, 2025 US President Trump wants to make medicines cheaper in the US, which could mean huge losses for drugmakers, including those in Switzerland.

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UK and Switzerland open way for direct rail link

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Living longer: What do you think about the longevity trend?

The longevity market is booming thanks in part to advances in the science of ageing. What do you think of the idea of significantly extending human lifespan?

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How are mental illnesses treated in your country?

In Switzerland more people are being referred to electrical therapies or psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy. Are there similar approaches where you live?

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What are your experiences with housing shortages and rising property prices?

Switzerland is steering towards a housing crisis. Are there solutions?

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