Shares in logistics company Kuehne + Nagel have fallen after the group posted disappointing quarterly results. Although the business environment remains challenging, there are some bright spots.
In Switzerland, the earnings season is coming to an end. The full-year results provide an opportunity to take a look back.
The Swiss insurer suffered from the subdued development of the European real estate market in 2023. Nevertheless, investors are likely to benefit from a dividend increase. The price drop offers entry opportunities for investors.
The outbreak of the coronavirus crisis brought international travel to a temporary standstill. The industry recovered strongly last year, as evidenced by the results of Zurich Airport and duty-free specialist Avolta. However, there is still room for improvement.
Swiss insurers have a reputation for being reliable and generous dividend payers. Their equities are therefore well suited as underlying for yield enhancement products such as barrier reverse convertibles.
Global stock markets have had a buoyant start to the year. For investors who want to stay invested in equities while limiting losses, a cushion participation certificate is an attractive option.
Cocoa prices have soared following crop failures in West Africa, and the commodity is now more expensive than ever. Chocolate manufacturers have not yet fully passed on the price increases to consumers.
Indices: Geographical diversification and yield enhancement.
The air is getting thinner for US technology titans. After last year's stock price rally, investors expect nothing less than perfection from the «Magnificent Seven», as a review of the quarterly results reveals.
About four months ago, Sandoz was spun off from its parent company Novartis. The success of the Swiss drugmaker is likely to be determined by its performance in the growing biosimilars market.
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