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The PUK report reveals that big bank regulations, particularly the "too big to fail" (TBTF) legislation, failed to protect Credit Suisse, necessitating state intervention. Despite intentions to bolster resilience and protect taxpayers, exemptions allowed the bank to hide significant equity gaps, leading to a crisis that required a potential nationalization. As reforms are planned, the government must acknowledge the reality of needing to provide substantial rescue funds for systemically important banks in the future.
In December 2022, Ueli Maurer misled the public about the stability of Credit Suisse, despite knowing the bank was in crisis. Following a significant liquidity outflow, he and CS Chairman Axel Lehmann falsely assured the public of a stabilized situation, while internal discussions revealed growing concerns about the bank's viability. By late December, CS's liquidity had drastically diminished, leading to its eventual downfall just months later.
The Parliamentary Commission of Inquiry into the UBS case reveals significant failures in the handling of Credit Suisse, highlighting a lack of lessons learned from the 2008 UBS crisis. Key issues include ineffective regulatory oversight, excessive bonus payouts amid losses, and a negligent response from Swiss authorities, culminating in a questionable sale to UBS without a viable strategy for future banking crises. The report fails to provide solutions for preventing another financial disaster, leaving taxpayers vulnerable.
In March 2023, the Federal Council managed the crisis surrounding Credit Suisse's downfall through urgent communications on the encrypted messaging app Threema. As UBS prepared to take over, Finance Minister Karin Keller-Sutter emphasized the stakes for the country, urging CS's leadership to accept the deal. The use of Threema allowed for rapid coordination amid the chaos, despite guidelines restricting cell phone use in sensitive discussions.
Karin Keller-Sutter, the current Finance Minister, criticized her predecessor Ueli Maurer for a "less than optimal" handover amid the Credit Suisse crisis, which was deemed self-inflicted. She noted that there was no discussion about the handover and that she never met Maurer after taking office, despite his assurances of stability. Keller-Sutter defended her communication with the Federal Council, asserting she informed them adequately about the bank's issues shortly after her transition to the Finance Department.
Federal Councillor Karin Keller-Sutter stated that the new understanding on bilaterals III is "significantly better" than the previously rejected Framework Agreement, aiming to stabilize relations with Brussels. She also addressed accusations regarding the Federal Council's knowledge of UBS's takeover of Credit Suisse, asserting that she informed the government adequately during her transition to the Finance Department. Additionally, she noted that Switzerland's annual cohesion contribution of 350 million francs is about 100 million francs less than Norway's.
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Federal Councillor Karin Keller-Sutter stated that the outcome of negotiations between Switzerland and the EU is now "significantly better," emphasizing the importance of stabilizing the EU as a key trading partner. She also addressed the PUK report on Credit Suisse, asserting that her department effectively prevented a financial crisis, despite acknowledging that the transition from her predecessor was "not ideal."
UBS's recent discussions revealed a pivotal strategy involving the write-off of $17 billion in Credit Suisse's AT1 bonds, a move that significantly influenced the merger's terms. This decision, initially kept secret, allowed UBS to secure extraordinary profits, contributing nearly $30 billion in 2023. The PUK report highlights that UBS's demands were crucial for the takeover's success, overshadowing the purchase price negotiations.
UBS played a pivotal role in the controversial write-off of $17 billion in Credit Suisse's AT1 bonds during its takeover negotiations, a move that significantly benefited UBS financially. Despite claims of ignorance from UBS Chairman Colm Kelleher, investigations reveal that UBS initiated the discussion on the bond wipe-out, which was crucial for the merger's success. This decision has led to global lawsuits from investors and potential financial repercussions for Swiss taxpayers.
National Bank Chairman Martin Schlegel advocated for the nationalization of Credit Suisse, opposing the takeover by UBS favored by then National Bank Chairman Thomas Jordan and Finance Minister Karin Keller-Sutter. This disagreement was revealed by the Parliamentary Commission of Inquiry.
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