Fabio Canetg

Swiss Finance Minister Karin Keller-Sutter

How to regulate Swiss banks: a step-by-step guide

This content was published on Jun 13, 2024 After the collapse of Credit Suisse, the government wants to revise banking regulation.

The power the US wields over the Swiss financial centre

This content was published on May 22, 2024 In 2012 Konrad Hummler, partner of Wegelin private bank, had to sell the bank under pressure from the US.

Investigation into collapse of Credit Suisse beset by delays

This content was published on Mar 14, 2024 Credit Suisse collapsed in March 2023, but who should take the blame? The finger pointing has begun.

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Why the Swiss National Bank does not want a digital franc

This content was published on Feb 14, 2024 What does the future of money look like? Geldcast asks ex-Vontobel CEO Zeno Staub.

How artificial intelligence will impact the work environment

This content was published on Jan 18, 2024 Is AI the answer to the skills shortage? And what will happen when computers take over the workplace?

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Bank rescue package: Swiss government encounters resistance

This content was published on Dec 5, 2023 The Federal Council wants to introduce a state liquidity guarantee for banks. However, the billions in guarantees are controversial.

Switzerland’s labour shortage dilemma: Why tax cuts are not a solution

This content was published on Nov 29, 2023 Switzerland is experiencing a labour shortage. In this market, part-time work becomes part of the problem. However, it is difficult to set incentives.

Why is the Swiss franc appreciating so much?

This content was published on Nov 28, 2023 The Swiss franc is stronger against the euro than ever before. What does this mean for the export industry and for inflation?

Will mortgages rates rise even further?

This content was published on Nov 13, 2023 In the latest Geldcast Update, we discuss the interest rate outlook and three indicators that are likely to have an influence in the future.

Geldcast: With cryptocurrencies on the rise how will we pay in the future?

This content was published on Oct 30, 2023 The European Central Bank is working on a digital euro and in Switzerland the banks are researching a cryptocurrency backed by the franc.

Geldcast Update: how to make money on stock markets – and avoid the pitfalls

This content was published on Oct 16, 2023 The allure of stock markets and their promises of huge profits can be extremely seductive. But how do you invest your money properly?

Global economic woes reach Switzerland

This content was published on Sep 25, 2023 Switzerland is feeling a global economic decline, forcing the SNB to rethink monetary policy.

Sarah Lein, Professor of Macroeconomics and Monetary Policy at the University of Basel

Sarah Lein highlights the selection challenge at the top of the SNB

This content was published on Sep 15, 2023 Why the Swiss National Bank is struggling to complete its Governing Board.

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Swiss official rejects criticism of Russia sanctions

This content was published on Sep 5, 2023 SECO boss Helene Budliger Artieda gives her team 5.5 out of a maximum 6 for implementating sanctions.

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Geldcast: what’s the outlook for inflation rates?

This content was published on Aug 31, 2023 An interview with Columbia University’s Stephanie Schmitt-Grohé, one of the world’s best-known researchers on inflation.

Ex-bank supervisor wants capital requirements trebled

This content was published on Jun 21, 2023 Former Swiss banking regulator chief calls for an unweighted equity ratio of 10% for big banks and tighter liquidity requirements.

Fabio Canetg talks about inflation in Switzerland

Geldcast Update: how long will inflation continue to rise?

This content was published on May 22, 2023 A typical purchase in Switzerland now costs 6% more than it did two years ago. For how much longer will prices continue to rise?

SNB governors Martin Schlegel, Thomas Jordan (chair) and Andrea Maechler

Who wields power at the Swiss central bank?

This content was published on May 15, 2023 Who takes decisions at the Swiss National Bank, one of the most powerful institutions in Swiss politics?

The Swiss bitcoin expert with a global reputation

This content was published on May 4, 2023 From computer gaming to advising the G20 on bitcoin: Swiss university professor Fabian Schär is in demand.

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Geldcast Update: Should we rethink the teaching of economics?

This content was published on Apr 24, 2023 Some students are pushing for more diverse teaching of economics at universities. Geldcast talks to a member of the "Rethinking Economics" network.