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Aidan and Joseph O’Brien | Investec Derby successes

2019-05-14

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Aidan and Joseph O’Brien reflect on their successes in the Investec Derby. Values and stories like that of this father and son partnership underpin our sponsorship of the world’s greatest flat race.

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Understanding the world’s China syndrome

2019-05-14

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Escalating US-China trade tensions have contributed to weakened global growth. The global economy is delicately balanced and needs a favourable outcome. Investec’c self-proclaimed China Bull, John Haynes, Chairman of the Global Investment Strategy Group and Head of Research at Investec Wealth & Investment UK, explains why he’s less bullish on China’s future given the recent …

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A family apartment in Geneva close to twice the price of one in St. Gallen

2019-05-13

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2019-05-13

On average, renting a 4.5 room apartment of 100 to 110 m2 costs CHF 3,820 a month in Geneva. The same apartment in the Swiss city of St. Gallen costs CHF 2,004, 52% of the price, according to a report on rents in Switzerland’s ten main cities by the price comparison website Comparis. For an apartment of this size, Geneva (3,820) is the most expensive, followed by Zurich (3,073), Lausanne (2,850), Basel (2,660), Bern (2,600), Luzern (2,430),...

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The price of some Swiss trains passes could rise significantly

2019-05-11

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2019-05-11

Some travelers on Swiss trains could be in for a shock. The price of a GA travel card, an annual pass that allows unlimited travel of the Swiss Rail network, might rise 10% in 2021, according to the newspaper Le Matin. Compared to the price of other passes and tickets, the AG pass is relatively good value, according to a leaked internal document written by CH-direct, a pricing association bringing together 250 Swiss public transport companies.

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Are You Smarter Than A Lwando? The world of credit

2019-05-09

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Are you ready to play the hottest game show on social media? Lwando tests Maps on all things to do with his credit score. What is a credit score? How do you know if you have too much debt? Why is it important to keep your credit score squeaky clean? Watch and find out with … Continue reading »

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Geneva blocks the erection of 5G mobile antennas

2019-05-05

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2019-05-05

Last week, Antonio Hodgers, the head of Geneva’s executive, announced a ban on the erection of further 5G mobile antennas in the canton, according to an interview on RTS. Motivated by uncertainty on the potential health effects of the new technology, the temporary freeze is the most the cantonal government can do to stop the rollout of the technology.

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Switzerland slides one place in 2019 press freedom ranking

2019-04-29

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2019-04-29

In 2019, Switzerland lost one place slipping from 5th to 6th place out of 180, according to the latest world ranking of press freedom by the organisation Reporters Without Borders. The change was largely driven by the stronger performance of Denmark, which moved up into 5th place.

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Swiss vote could cause chaos at Zurich and Geneva airports

2019-04-28

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2019-04-28

A referendum on revising gun laws scheduled for 19 May 2019 could cause major disruption at airports in Zurich and Geneva if it succeeds, according to various newspapers.If the vote passes it might eventually lead to the exclusion of Switzerland from the Schengen area.

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The 3 things driving Geneva’s residents to shop in France

2019-04-27

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2019-04-27

A recent study by Geneva’s department of economic development (DDE) looks at the shopping habits of its residents and the residents of neighbouring Vaud and neighbouring France – an area including Nyon and parts of the French Ain and Haute Savoie regions.

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Switzerland’s workforce participation – Swiss versus foreigners

2019-04-25

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2019-04-25

In 2018, 68.5% of the nation’s residents aged 15 or older was working, 1.5% more than in 2010. This rise was largely driven by an increase in the percentage of women in the workforce. In 2010, 60.0% were working. By 2018, 62.9% were, a rise of 2.9%. On the other hand, the overall percentage of men working declined slightly (-0.1%) to reach 74.2% by 2018.

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Swisscom switches on its 5G mobile network

2019-04-22

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2019-04-22

This week, Swisscom became the first Swiss mobile phone company to switch on its 5G network, according to a press release. Swisscom spokesperson, Esther Hüsler, said that at midnight on Wednesday Swisscom flipped the switch to become the first Swiss operator to put its 5G network into service. It’s 5G network went live across 102 locations across the country, including most of Switzerland’s cities.

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Where does my digital footprint lead?

2019-04-16

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How many of us are aware of the digital trail that we leave online? https://invest.ec/2FUysbn #partnerwithInvestec

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Is the secret to being hacked no secret at all?

2019-04-16

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Our bad online habits could be the reason why hacking has become so prevalent. https://invest.ec/2Io38Ez #partnerwithInvestec

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What is blockchain and why should I care?

2019-04-16

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Could blockchain evolve into the technology underlying more than just cryptocurrencies? https://invest.ec/2CU5Mxt #partnerwithInvestec

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In the gig economy, how can I be a rock star?

2019-04-16

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The way we work is changing, and office hours might be on their way to becoming redundant. https://invest.ec/2CRJRqP #partnerwithInvestec

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How will climate change the financial landscape?

2019-04-16

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It takes a certain type of person to see promise where others see peril. https://invest.ec/2WPngTp #partnerwithInvestec

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Is volatility a bad thing?

2019-04-16

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The ups and downs of the market could work in favour of the long-term investor. https://invest.ec/2Ibralo #partnerwithInvestec

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When the markets look shaky, should I retreat to cash?

2019-04-16

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Cash might seem like a safer option than volatile markets, but things are not always as they seem. https://invest.ec/2K1V7GR #partnerwithInvestec

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Do we take enough time to consider how we’re spending it?

2019-04-16

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Technology has advanced exponentially; but the very innovations designed to help us may be doing the opposite. https://invest.ec/2CWe8EN #partnerwithInvestec

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A longer life sounds great, but can I afford it?

2019-04-16

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Science is progressing, healthcare is improving, people are living longer than ever before—but will our money last as long as we do? https://invest.ec/2FMoWG8 #partnerwithInvestec

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