As mentioned in an article in the FuW: The write-off of Additional Tier 1 (AT1) bonds issued by Credit Suisse remains one of the most controversial aspects of the bank's emergency rescue in March 2023.

Should your company pursue a stock market listing or remain private? This analysis examines how public and private capital markets have fundamentally shifted over the past two decades, exploring the strategic implications for entrepreneurs, board members, and CFOs navigating M&A transactions, financing decisions, and exit strategies.

In 2020 Swiss parliament passed the revision of the inheritance law, which is more than 100 years old. On January 1 of 2023, the new inheritance law has come into force.

In the complex and high-stakes realms of real estate and mergers and acquisitions (M&A), ensuring the security of obligations and the overall safety of transactions is paramount.

On July 26, 2024, the Swiss Financial Market Supervisory Authority (FINMA) issued its latest guidance, FINMA Guidelines 06/2024...

Switzerland's revised Anti-Money Laundering Act introduces new due diligence obligations for advisers participating in certain transactions, while preserving professional secrecy for core legal work. Where does the line fall between protected legal advice and covered transactional support that triggers statutory compliance duties?

Switzerland has established itself as a preeminent jurisdiction for dispute resolution, particularly through conciliation and the development of specialized ombudsman services.

Our online presence is often the first impression, protecting and optimizing your digital footprint is not just a necessity – it's your competitive edge.

Would you like to purchase real estate in Switzerland for residential or investment purposes? Since Switzerland restricts the acquisition of real estate by persons abroad...

Switzerland has long been a preferred destination for high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) seeking financial stability, a high quality of life, and tax efficiency.

We explore the complexities of company liquidation, distinguishing between voluntary liquidation and insolvency. It addresses reasons for liquidation, process duration, associated costs, and the crucial roles of a liquidator.

Since the financial crisis of 2007-2008 the world has seen a multitude of various regulatory initiatives, including a number of national and international projects aimed at fiscal transparency...

Equestrian sports and horse trading play a vital role in the economy of the European Union. The equine industry in the EU is not only a hub of sporting excellence but also a major economic driver...

Switzerland has become one of the world's most influential commodity trading centers, particularly in the oil and gas sector, with an estimated 35% share of the global market. Geneva and Zug...

We are pleased to open our new interview series with Dr. iur. Alexander Lindemann, partner at LINDEMANNLAW and President of the Swiss Capital Market Forum.

Investment holding companies, sometimes referred to as family investment companies are vehicles specifically structured to hold, manage, and grow family wealth.

For decades, Switzerland has been known as one of the most open and predictable jurisdictions for foreign investment.

Switzerland's relationship with the European Union (EU) is deeply interconnected, among others concerning migration and labor mobility.

As of January 2024 more than 2000 Russian individuals and legal entities have been included in the US sanctions list as a result of measures taken by the US in connection with the situation in Ukraine.

The relationship between the European Union (EU) and Switzerland is a cornerstone of economic, political, and cultural integration in Europe.