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Tariffs: Swiss minister talks with US trade representative

This content was published on Nov 8, 2025 Economics Minister Guy Parmelin had talks with US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer today. According to Parmelin, the dialogue was constructive.

After feeding in the Alps all summer, cows are escorted back to their farms.

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Facing Trump’s tariffs, Swiss farmers find themselves with too much milk

This content was published on Nov 7, 2025 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.

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Gunvor drops $22 billion bid for Lukoil assets after US moves to block deal

This content was published on Nov 7, 2025 Treasury calls Swiss trader ‘Kremlin’s puppet’ and says it would block its licence to operate.

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Gunvor warns of fuel shock as $22 billion Lukoil deal prompts concern over Russia ties

This content was published on Nov 6, 2025 The Swiss trader’s audacious swoop on Russian group’s overseas assets revives industry speculation over Kremlin links.

Employment prospects brighten slightly in Switzerland

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Employment prospects brighten slightly in Switzerland

This content was published on Nov 3, 2025 In Switzerland, the outlook for employment has improved slightly as the construction industry and the services sector added jobs.

Negotiations on the customs dispute continue

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Talks with US on tariffs ongoing: Swiss economics minister

This content was published on Oct 18, 2025 A Swiss delegation led by Economics Minister Guy Parmelin held talks with US representatives on the sidelines of the IMF and World Bank meeting in Washington.

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Switzerland keeps profits derived from foreign bribery. It shouldn’t.

This content was published on Oct 17, 2025 Switzerland should stop this practice. Not only for the sake of its reputation, but also for its own benefit, argues Andrew Dornbierer.

German economists expect subdued growth due to US tariffs

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Swiss economists expect slower growth due to US tariffs

This content was published on Oct 16, 2025 The Swiss economy is not gaining momentum, the State Secretariat for Economic Affairs said on Thursday, blaming US President Donald Trump's tariffs.

Unemployment rate held steady at 2.8% in September

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Swiss unemployment rate held steady at 2.8% in September

This content was published on Oct 6, 2025 The Swiss labour market is holding up well in a sluggish economic climate affected by United States tariffs. The unemployment rate held steady at 2.8% in September.

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UBS gaining support for compromise on Swiss capital rules

This content was published on Oct 3, 2025 Liberal and right-wing lawmakers and lobbyists are discussing proposal that could slash capital increase by $10 billion or more.

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