Transportation is a vital part of our economy. One of the classic modes of transportation has stood the test of time: Rail freight. Urbanization and sustainable trends will continue to drive the need for fast, electric, overland freight transportation.

The Basel-based pharmaceutical company achieved an important milestone on Thursday. As a result, the equities surged. With the Barrier Reverse Convertible on Basilea, investors benefit from a guaranteed coupon, while price setbacks are partially hedged.

The equities of the Swiss skin care group trade significantly above the issue price in the first few days after the stock market debut. The reverse convertible on Galderma allows investors to build up exposure to the newcomer.

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. 

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.