The case
«How can Swiss private banking hold its own ground against competitors?”
The commentary
The Swiss private banking sector is facing growing competition, making it more interchangeable as financial centers like Dubai and Singapore are flexing their muscles. The two financial marketplaces have been gaining in terrain fast, showcasing impressive speed, adaptability and innovation. Still, Switzerland remains a leader in innovation, particularly in handling digital assets. A notable milestone was achieved by the SIX Digital Exchange, which surpassed the CHF 1 bn mark in digital asset settlements with the CHF 200 m World Bank bond on 15th May. Despite this success, Switzerland will have to improve its promotion of these achievements if it wants to maintain its standing as a global financial leader.