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Swiss stock market shows minimal movement amid mixed corporate earnings and monetary policy concerns
The Swiss stock market showed minimal movement, with the SMI down 0.07% to 8215.17 points and the SPI down 0.04% to 8908.21 points. Credit Suisse saw a surprising profit but fell 2.25%, while UBS and Julius Bär also declined. Defensive stocks like Nestlé and Roche had mixed results, and Logitech surged 7.83% in the broader market.
The Swiss stock market declined, with the SMI Leading Value Index down 0.67% to 8166.01 points amid uncertainty following the Federal Reserve's unchanged benchmark rate. Credit Suisse's surprising profit announcement led to a 3.38% drop in its shares, while UBS and Julius Bär also fell. Logitech surged 15.94% as it reported strong growth for the fiscal year.
Swiss stock exchange declines as investors take profits amid mixed earnings reports
The Swiss stock exchange closed sharply lower, with the SMI down 1.54% at 8095.07 points, as investors took profits after recent gains. Credit Suisse saw a significant drop of 5.02% despite reporting a profit for the second quarter, while other major banks and insurance companies also faced declines. In contrast, Logitech surged 13.62% following a strong start to its fiscal year.
Swiss stock market rebounds as China's manufacturing sector shows signs of recovery
The Swiss stock market showed broad recovery at the week's end, with Lonza and Logitech seeing increased demand, while oil prices rose significantly. In China, the Caixin/S&P Global PMI for manufacturing improved in October, indicating a slow economic recovery, though challenges remain in the labor market and consumer demand. The Shanghai Stock Exchange rose 0.6%, reflecting positive sentiment among major companies.
Vontobel has reaffirmed its buy recommendation for Logitech, raising the price target from CHF 97 to CHF 98, indicating a 26% upside potential. Analyst Michael Foeth noted the company's solid quarterly performance, highlighting its return to growth, high gross and operating margins, and strong innovative capacity supported by a robust corporate culture.
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