Petra Kalt, the former Head of Wealth Management at ZGKB, is leaving the bank by mutual agreement and at her own request. She has been with ZGKB since 2009, joining the Executive Board in 2013 and leading the Wealth Management department since 2015. No successor has been announced.
09:00 01.10.2024
This week’s trade recommendation is to go long on the Volatility Index (VIX), with a stop loss set below the August low at 15.25 and an upside target above 30.00. Recent trading outcomes include a successful long position in New York sugar futures, which saw significant gains. With upcoming Federal Reserve speeches and non-farm payroll data, market volatility is expected to rise, particularly in this presidential election year.
IG
09:00 01.10.2024
EFG International has expanded its team by recruiting four client advisors from Banque Havilland, following the latter's unexpected decision to cease operations in Liechtenstein and Switzerland. The new hires, including Metin Emer, Matthias Delvavier, Daniel Gunsch, and Raphaela Dietsche, will report to EFG Bank von Ernst's CEO, Tobias Wehrli. Despite the recruitment, it remains uncertain if an asset deal will occur, as EFG International has not commented on the matter.
09:00 01.10.2024
Martin Schlegel, the newly appointed president of the Swiss National Bank, addressed high geopolitical risks during his first speech in Bellinzona. He indicated that the bank anticipates subdued economic growth, projecting a GDP increase of only 1 percent for the year, which is below the long-term average. The visit to Ticino was met with pride from local officials, highlighting the significance of his new role.
09:00 01.10.2024
UBS suggests the U.S. economy is nearing a "Roaring '20s" revival, with a 50% chance of a booming cycle driven by strong GDP growth and manageable inflation. Despite concerns over rising unemployment and geopolitical risks, recent economic indicators support a positive outlook for the coming years.
09:00 01.10.2024
Martin Schlegel, the new President of the Swiss National Bank (SNB), made his inaugural public appearance in Ticino, delivering a speech in Bellinzona. He highlighted significant geopolitical risks and projected moderate economic growth, with an expected GDP increase of 1% this year, below the long-term average. Christian Vitta, head of the Ticino Department of Finance and Economy, expressed the canton’s pride in hosting the SNB leader.
pme
09:00 01.10.2024
Nearly half of U.S. metropolitan areas are dominated by one or two health systems, raising concerns about rising healthcare costs and market competition. A recent study shows that 67% of hospitals were affiliated with health systems in 2022, with 97% of metro areas having highly concentrated hospital markets. While larger cities have more competition, major systems still control significant market shares, prompting increased scrutiny from Congress on hospital mergers and pricing policies.
Migros is set to close its dental care brand bestsmile, including its Lugano location, due to underperformance and a challenging market. The closure will occur in stages, affecting 27 locations and leading to job cuts, with a consultation process for impacted employees. Patients can continue their treatments at remaining bestsmile practices or at zahnarztzentrum.ch locations.
An NHS pension expert has reported receiving over 200 inquiries from healthcare professionals concerned about potential changes to pension tax rules following recent Budget discussions. Graham Crossley, director of MediFintech, noted that such rumors often prompt doctors to reconsider their retirement plans, particularly regarding tax-free lump sums and tax relief.
Eli Lilly launched LillyDirect in January 2024, a digital healthcare platform targeting obesity and diabetes management. The global telehealth market is projected to grow from $84.4 billion in 2022 to $784.3 billion by 2032, driven by healthcare digitalization and increased patient engagement, despite challenges like behavioral interferences during remote monitoring. North America leads the market, while the Asia-Pacific region is expected to grow the fastest, highlighting significant opportunities for data analytics and improved patient outcomes.
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