Category Archive: 3) Swiss Markets and News

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Donald Desax, Leiter Berufliche Vorsorge bei Helvetia

2019-05-16

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Die obligatorischen Altersrenten der zweiten Säule sind zu hoch, findet Donald Desax, Leiter Berufliche Vorsorge bei Helvetia. Im Interview mit cash sagt er, wo der rentenbestimmende Umwandlungssatz eigentlich liegen müsste.

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Donald Desax, Leiter Berufliche Vorsorge bei Helvetia

2019-05-16

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Die obligatorischen Altersrenten der zweiten Säule sind zu hoch, findet Donald Desax, Leiter Berufliche Vorsorge bei Helvetia. Im Interview mit cash sagt er, wo der rentenbestimmende Umwandlungssatz eigentlich liegen müsste.

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Secrets of Success | Winning Olympic Gold and beyond

2019-05-16

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Winning gold at an Olympic Games is no accident. Success is only possible with the right training, mindset and strategies. Four key players from the Rio 2016 squad explain how they continue to perform at the highest level. https://invest.ec/2LNNxki

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Maddie Hinch and Hollie Pearne-Webb | The penalty shoot-out that changed history

2019-05-16

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Replicating the pressure and expectation of a penalty shoot-out in an Olympic hockey final is impossible. GB veterans Maddie Hinch and Hollie Pearne-Webb talk about the preparations that led their squad to Olympic gold. https://invest.ec/2JJMuPq

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Anna Toman: Key moments that shaped my hockey career

2019-05-16

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GB Hockey defender Anna Toman reflects on five major milestones that shaped her inspiring journey from a budding club hockey star to a key member of Great Britain’s national squad. https://invest.ec/2JP2lMZ

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Overcoming setbacks | Susannah Townsend

2019-05-16

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GB midfielder Susannah Townsend discusses how her ability to mentally bounce back from adversity has helped her overcome major career setbacks, including missing out on London 2012 and suffering injuries in her prime. https://invest.ec/2w2UraE

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Voters to decide fate of giant Basel aquarium

2019-05-16

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Opponents of the CHF100 million Ozeanium project say it is unsustainable. The people of Basel are set to vote on a project for a giant aquarium complex. Supporters believe the “Ozeanium” will contribute to environmental education and nature conservation. But opponents say the project is unsustainable. After the local authorities gave the project the green light and approved the building of the city centre aquarium, opponents collected enough...

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Advice and Key Partnerships | Alex Danson and Anna Toman

2019-05-16

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GB hockey stars Alex Danson and Anna Toman discuss the vital lessons they’ve learned from the people who inspire them most, including past greats, passionate teammates and each other. https://invest.ec/2Hl6iag

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Leading From the Front | Alex Danson and Hollie Pearne-Webb

2019-05-16

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In business and sport, people look to their leaders to set an example and provide inspiration. As GB squad captains, Alex Danson and Hollie Pearne-Webb fully understand the weight of this responsibility. How do they cope with the pressure? https://invest.ec/2JIeyCR

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Why there are decorated saints in Swiss churches

2019-05-16

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Dressed up skeletons abound in Swiss churches – who were they and where do they come from? They are all dressed up with nowhere to go – the saints that are a regular feature of Swiss churches. Dozens of elaborately decorated skeletons of Christian martyrs can be found in Catholic churches around the country. Many …

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Protests against 5G mobile continue in Switzerland

2019-05-16

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2019-05-16

Last week, a crowd assembled in Bern outside Switzerland’s federal parliament building to protest the roll out of 5G mobile technology in Switzerland. Switzerland’s “Stop 5G” movement is demanding a halt to further roll out of the technology in Switzerland, a process already well underway. They are demanding a precautionary approach and further research into the health effects.

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Warmer weather sparks huge hike in Swiss e-bike sales

2019-05-15

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2019-05-15

Unusually warm and dry weather conditions have been credited with boosting bicycle sales last year – with a greater proportion of cyclists opting to ease muscle strain with the assistance of e-bikes in Switzerland’s mountainous terrain. On Tuesday, the cycling enthusiasts group dynaMot added more detail to figures put out by the Swiss Bicycle Suppliers Association in March.

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Not all emerging markets are equal

2019-05-14

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Investec’s Global Investment Strategy Group on treading carefully when chasing returns in emerging markets. Read more: https://invest.ec/2WHxeWZ

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It’s not just about animals

2019-05-14

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“It is easy to sit at home and say we should do something. Everyone should do something” – Nicholas Pinnock. Find out more: http://invest.ec/2f6zxyR

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A way to save our species

2019-05-14

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Rhinos will not survive without our help. It’s everybody’s responsibility. There is so much more that still needs to be done to ensure the survival of the species. Find out more: http://invest.ec/2f6zxyR

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Time is running out for the African rhino

2019-05-14

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Nicholas Pinnock, the British actor in Investec’s new brand campaign, lends his voice to the rhino crisis. Find out more: http://invest.ec/2f6zxyR

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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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Graubunden gears up for more forest fires

2019-05-13

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The canton of Graubunden in southeastern Switzerland is investing around CHF20 million in forest fire prevention. The network of water tanks is to be expanded considerably, especially in the southern part of the canton. (SRF/swissinfo.ch) — swissinfo.ch is the international branch of the Swiss Broadcasting Corporation (SBC). Its role is to report on Switzerland and …

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An 18th century merchant ship resurfaces

2019-05-13

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A merchant ship from the 18th century has been found on the bottom of Lake Neuchâtel. Buried under a layer of sand, it was spotted in 2017 by an airship that was looking for pile dwelling sites. (RTS/swissinfo.ch) — swissinfo.ch is the international branch of the Swiss Broadcasting Corporation (SBC). Its role is to report …

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