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The Purchasing Managers" Index (PMI) for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Switzerland rose to 51.9 points in October, surpassing the growth threshold for the first time since May. This increase was primarily driven by domestic demand, despite ongoing challenges in the export sector. All components of the PMI improved, with notable gains in order backlog and production, while employment stabilized at 50 points.
VP Bank shares experienced a decline of 3.45% to EUR 77.00 on October 29, 2024, despite a monthly gain of 1.30%. The bank offers an attractive dividend yield of 5.46% for the 2024 financial year, with a market capitalization of EUR 463.2 million, reflecting investor interest amid recent price fluctuations.
Compagnie de Saint-Gobain is a global leader in building materials, organized into four divisions: high-performance solutions, material distribution, construction products, and glazing manufacturing. The company excels in ceramics, plastics, abrasives, and glass, while also expanding its glass processing and distribution for the construction industry.
Quantum computing, with its potential to revolutionize technology, poses significant risks to data security as current encryption methods may soon become obsolete. The anticipated "Q-Day" could allow quantum computers to crack existing encryption, prompting urgent action for developing quantum-resistant methods. While we have time before this revolution, the fragility of our digital security systems is increasingly evident, underscoring the need for proactive measures.
Raiffeisen Bank International AG reported mixed figures for Q3, indicating a need for increased provisions in Poland. As of the end of 2023, the banking group managed EUR 119.3 billion in deposits and EUR 99.4 billion in loans, operating through 1,519 agencies across Europe. The net banking product distribution shows 33.7% from Eastern Europe, 28% from Central Europe, 22.8% from South Eastern Europe, and 15.5% from other regions.
UBS reported a net profit of $1.42 billion for the third quarter, significantly surpassing market expectations and recovering from a $715 million loss in Q3 2023. The bank"s sales rose to $12.33 billion, driven by strong performance in its wealth management division, which generated pre-tax profits of $1.08 billion. Despite a slight decline in the CET1 ratio to 14.3%, UBS is on track to achieve its cost reduction targets, anticipating $7.5 billion in savings for 2024.
Raiffeisen Bank Romania reported significant growth in the first nine months of 2024, with assets exceeding 74.3 billion RON and a profit of 1,265 million RON. The bank saw a fivefold increase in digitally enrolled clients and expanded its insurance and investment offerings, including a milestone of over 1 billion euros in Private Banking assets. Additionally, new business volumes in leasing doubled, reflecting a strong commitment to sustainable financing and support for SMEs.
UBS reported a third-quarter net profit of $1.43 billion, surpassing analysts' expectations of $825 million, contributing to a total profit of $4.32 billion for the year. The bank's operating income rose 5% to $12.33 billion, aided by a $25 billion inflow in international asset management and an $800 million reduction in expenses. CEO Sergio Ermotti highlighted the successful integration of Credit Suisse, with the first phase of client account absorption completed in Luxembourg and Hong Kong, and further expansions planned for Singapore, Japan, and Switzerland.
UBS reported a profit of $1.43 billion in the third quarter, significantly surpassing analysts' expectations of $825 million. Operating revenues rose 5% to $12.33 billion, while cumulative profits for the year reached $4.32 billion. The bank's wealth management division saw a $25 billion inflow, boosting assets under management by 15% to approximately $6,200 billion, aided by a savings program that cut expenses by $800 million. The integration of Credit Suisse is progressing, with the first phase of client account absorption completed in Luxembourg and Hong Kong, and further phases planned for Singapore, Japan, and Switzerland by 2025.
Raiffeisen has revised its 2024 consolidated return on equity guidance to approximately 7.5 percent, down from the previously anticipated 10 percent. This adjustment follows the bank"s decision to allocate 493 million euros for provisions related to Swiss franc and euro mortgage loans in Poland.
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