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SMI Reclaims Gains Before ECB, Copper Retreats From Record, Oil Holds Above $100
Swiss blue chips reversed morning losses ahead of an almost certain 25-basis-point ECB rate hike, while copper fell 2.2% from a record and Brent crude stayed above $100 on Middle East risk.
FTSE 100 slips 0.6% as ECB lifts rates, oil jumps on Middle East tensions
European equities fell after the ECB raised all three benchmark rates by 25 basis points, while Brent and WTI crude surged on conflict‑driven supply concerns.
From Gold to Floating Rates: A Brief History of the Forex Market
The modern forex market as we know it is younger than most people assume. For decades, currency values were pegged under the Bretton Woods system, established in 1944, which tied major currencies to the US dollar, itself…
Swiss economic and financial events calendar: September 16–23, 2026
Key corporate results, regulatory discussions and market events dominate the Swiss economic calendar this week.
Swiss Market Open Under Pressure as US Futures, Oil Rise and FX Shifts Dominate
Asian markets and Swiss equities face headwinds from rising Brent crude, US futures declines and expectations of Fed rate hikes.
SMI higher ahead; Fed wait, oil dip weigh on Wall Street
The Swiss Market Index opens 0.3% higher as traders position ahead of the US Federal Reserve's rate decision. Oil retreats after a sharp Tuesday rally.
SMI Reverses to Loss as Novartis Rises, Alcon Drags; Oil Holds Above $100
The Swiss benchmark reversed an early gain to trade 0.2% lower, weighed by geopolitical risk and oil prices over $100. Novartis climbed 1.2% while Alcon lagged.
Volkswagen Announces 50,000 More Job Cuts in Overhaul That Lifts Shares 8%
Europe's largest carmaker approved its Future Plan 2030 restructuring, bringing total cuts to 100,000. Shares rallied as analysts saw a potential halo effect for the German auto industry.
UAE to invest $46.4bn in Germany, focusing on data centers
The United Arab Emirates plans to invest 40 billion euros in Germany, with data center infrastructure and AI forming key parts of the investment. The two countries also aim to deepen defense cooperation.
Swiss SMI up 0.2% pre-market as 18 of 20 components rise
Alcon shares decline sharply amid pre-market trading; Brent crude stays above $100 amid geopolitical tensions
SMI Expected Lower as Oil Above $100 Weighs on Global Markets
Swiss index slides amid rising oil, inflation fears; Meta surges on AI launch while Asian stocks dip.
Central banks face tricky calls as energy prices complicate inflation outlook
The ECB expects a September rate hike, but Fed policymakers are split on further moves, while the SNB sees room to hold steady.
SMI falls again as oil and inflation fears weigh on global markets
Swiss index slumps amid rising oil prices and US inflation concerns; Meta surges 6.6% on AI announcement.
Swiss Economic Calendar: Sep 10–17 Covers Earnings, Inflation Data and Policy Meetings
Switzerland's key economic releases include BFS inflation figures, Repower and Helvetia Baloise half-year results, OECD country report, and UBS banking-law testimony before the Council of States.
US stocks open higher; SMI extends gains as Fed decision calms markets
Wall Street leads gainers after the Fed raised rates 25 basis points. The SMI climbs, tech stocks surge pre-market, and UBS capital-rule debate is deferred.
ECB, Fed, SNB Face Divergent Rate Paths as Energy Prices Complicate Outlook
Central banks navigate diverging inflation pressures and growth signals ahead of key September meetings in Frankfurt, Washington, and Bern.
US Futures Rise as SMI Falls; Nestlé Dips on Russia Asset Seizure
S&P 500 and Nasdaq futures advance ahead of US open, while Switzerland's SMI drops 0.2% — Nestlé falls over temporary Russian control loss and Swisscom is set for index replacement.
Nestlé’s Illegal Waste Deposits Case Reopens for New Trial
Swiss food giant faces fresh scrutiny over decades-old environmental violations in the Vosges Mountains
Frankfurt stocks extend rally on Fed rate hike and lower oil
DAX climbs 1% to 25,800 as Fed's first rate increase since 2023 calms markets and Brent crude continues to fall.
Dax Flat as Oil Nears $100; Fresenius Leads Gainers, Infineon Slumps
The Dax stalled near 26,008 as Brent crude approached $100 a barrel on Middle East tensions. Fresenius led Dax gainers while Infineon and Novartis weighed on European indexes.
European shares dip on expiry day; telecom, food stocks weigh on indices
EuroStoxx 50, FTSE 100 and SMI all fell slightly as options expiry weighed on sentiment, while Orange and Nestlé led losses in telecom and consumer staples.
SMI Hovers Near Loss Zone as Nestlé Slips on Russia Worry; Gold Gains
Switzerland's blue-chip index edges lower while Nestlé falls on Moscow administration news; pharmaceuticals and gold extend gains.
SMI in Red, 8 of 20 Blue Chips Gain; Nestlé Loses After Russia Report; Gold Rises
Swiss stock market closes lower after a positive week; gold prices increase amid rising interest rates; Nestlé shares fall after Russia business report.
Nestlé Loses Control of Russia Units as Share Price Hits 3½-Month Low
Russia placed two Nestlé entities under temporary administration, raising fears of write-downs and a possible forced exit. Nestlé shares fell 1.5% on Friday.