The luxury goods group not only grows more strongly than its major rival LVMH in the first quarter of 2023, but also exceeds the sales growth of the industry. The good market position is further strengthened, the dividend is set above analysts' estimates. The share price performance is also impressive (+28% YTD). ZKB yield enhancement products on Richemont shares can be suitable for investors who expect a slowdown in share price but still want to take advantage of yield opportunities.

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Not only the implied volatility of a basket of stocks influences the return of a BRC, the correlation of the stocks in a basket can also push the option price up or down. The closer the correlation is to 1, the more similar the price movements of these stocks. The resulting reduced probability of a barrier hit is reflected in the option premium, which is lower compared to less correlated baskets. With lower basket correlations, the option premium - and thus the coupon of a BRC - rises.

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The reporting season is on, with listed companies presenting their results for the past quarter in the days to come. Some of these companies have already presented strong results, including some blue chip firms from Switzerland.

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"Last Look BRC" have the characteristic that the barrier is not relevant until the expiration of the BRC, until then no barrier events can take place - price declines, where the barrier is temporarily undercut, have no effect on the payout,

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With increased uncertainty in the stock markets, it can be challenging to find investment opportunities with risk-reducing but still attractive characteristics. This is where barrier reverse convertibles with defensive parameters can be suitable. Increased volatility provides attractive option premiums while defensive barriers reduce the likelihood of a barrier being breached.

The shares of these three companies are rated "overweight" by ZKB Equity Research.

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In this webcast, Curdin Summermatter, Head of Sales Structured Products, together with Jan Elmer, Senior Portfolio Manager Asset Management, will give you an insight into the topic of "Real Estate".

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Improving cost efficiency could boost their stocks again. Slowing inflation, normalization of supply chains, and the economic potential of various AI technologies also seem to have encouraged investors - since early 2023, the biggest tech stocks have been moving in an upward channel again.

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Whether bull or bear market, our most important ambition is to provide our customers with competent and trustworthy support in all market phases. In 2023, we will continue our efforts and look forward to accompanying you with the highest quality of service and the stability of Zürcher Kantonalbank.

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The Revserse Convertibles on the individual shares of the Top Stock Picks 2023 are suitable for investors who wish to invest specifically in individual components of this year's selection. If the price of the underlying is above the strike at the end of the product's term, the full capital invested is repaid in addition to the coupons. If the price of the underlying is below the strike - which is 90% for all of the following products - the underlying is delivered in addition to the coupon.

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The new tracker certificate on the "ZKB Top Picks 2023" combines ten of the most promising Swiss stocks according to research by Zürcher Kantonalbank. The aim of this base composition is to achieve an above-average performance compared to the overall market (SPI® Index).

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