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Christian Schüpbach has been appointed as the new Head of the Market Services Department at BEKB, joining the Executive Board. He succeeds Mark Haller, who will depart at the end of the year. Schüpbach, who has been with Berner Kantonalbank for two years, previously led Strategy & Innovation and has contributed significantly to the software subsidiary aity AG. Meanwhile, BEKB shares remained stable at 232.00 francs on the SIX.
The Insel Group, which operates one of Switzerland's largest hospitals, faces a severe financial crisis, reporting a loss of nearly 113 million francs for 2023. Health economist Heinz Locher warns of parallels to Credit Suisse, highlighting a loss of trust among referring doctors and ineffective management decisions. Despite efforts to stabilize the situation, including leadership changes and efficiency programs, the hospital's ranking has dropped significantly, and a viable recovery strategy remains elusive.
Iqbal Khan's absence from the World Economic Forum in Davos has sparked discussions on Bahnhofstrasse, especially as his co-head Rob Karofsky attends. While Khan oversees GWM's European and Asian markets, he recently represented UBS at a major conference in Shanghai. Sources suggest that attendance at the WEF has varied among executive board members in the past, indicating that his absence may not be significant.
IG Holdings experienced a 1.59% increase in share price, reaching EUR 12.16 on January 15, 2025, marking a stable start to the year despite a slight decline the previous day. The company, with a market capitalization of EUR 4.3 billion, is currently 35.07% above its 52-week low.Investors are keenly awaiting the second-quarter results set to be released on January 23, 2025, which will provide insights into the company's future business trajectory. Recent analyses indicate a pressing need for action among shareholders, prompting questions about whether to buy or sell.
Investors are seeking reliable dividend stocks amid market volatility, with options offering yields up to 9.5%. Spark New Zealand Limited, despite a high payout ratio and declining profit margins, boasts a 9.49% yield. In Switzerland, Berner Kantonalbank and Basellandschaftliche Kantonalbank provide stable dividends of 4.13% and 4.55%, respectively, supported by reasonable payout ratios and growth potential.
The former head of impact investing at UBS has joined a firm backed by Leonardo DiCaprio. This move marks a significant shift in leadership within the impact investing space, highlighting the growing intersection of finance and environmental advocacy.
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