Swiss cooperative bank BSU reported a 36% year-over-year increase in net profit to CHF 0.88 million in the first half of 2026, driven by gains across both interest and fee-based revenue streams.
The Uster-based regional lender posted a 3% rise in gross interest income to CHF 5.56 million despite a lower interest rate environment, as cost reductions in interest expenses outpaced declines in interest earnings. Commission and service income climbed 9% to CHF 0.86 million, reflecting growing activity in fee-based services.
Asset management has become a more significant contributor to BSU’s business mix. Client deposit volumes rose 15% from year-end 2025, supporting the bank’s push to expand its advisory and investment services. "Stable interest income remains a pillar, but asset management is increasingly taking on a key role," said Damian Lanter, BSU’s CEO, in a statement.
To broaden its customer base, BSU launched two new offerings targeting younger clients in the first half of 2026: the digital-first ‘BSU Young Mobile’ and the standard ‘BSU Young’ account, aiming to capture demand from the next generation of savers and investors.
