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Swiss Climate Scores improving transparency and climate compatibility

The Federal Council today announced an evolution of the Swiss Climate Scores, which were introduced in June 2022. The Swiss Bankers Association (SBA) is actively encouraging the banking industry to use the Scores, a set of indicators that allow climate-conscious investors to make informed investment decisions. The financial sector is currently in the process of implementing the Scores in support of the Federal Council’s goal of making Switzerland a leading hub for sustainable finance.

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Opinions07.12.2023

Banks as key drivers of transition to net zero

The 28th conference of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) – better known as the Conference of the Parties or COP28 for short – began on 30 November and runs until 12 December. A wide range of people have come together here in Dubai to work out ways of combating and adjusting to climate change. From the Swiss financial centre’s perspective, this is an opportunity to play an active role in the discussions and in developing solutions.

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Basel III Final: megaproject on the final straight

The Federal Council’s decision today on the implementation of “Basel III Final” in Switzerland marks a key milestone in banking regulation. The Swiss Bankers Association (SBA) has campaigned intensively in recent years for an effective, pragmatic and reasonable implementation.

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Opinions29.11.2023

Switzerland’s first financial delegation at COP28

The COP (Conference of the Parties), probably the world’s best-known climate conference, meets every year to tackle the challenges of climate change. States come together to negotiate on actions to be taken and review compliance with agreements reached. The 28th edition (COP28) takes place in Dubai from 30 November to 12 December 2023. This year, for the first time, two Swiss delegations are travelling to the conference: the official negotiating team, comprising representatives of the authorities and selected figures from civil society, which attends every year; and the Building Bridges delegation of high-ranking representatives from the Swiss financial sector headed by the SIF, which is making its inaugural visit.

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The financial sector: a stable mainstay of the Swiss economy

In its latest study, BAK Economics estimates that the financial sector accounts for 5.4% of jobs (234,600) and around 9.3% of gross value added (CHF 70.9 billion) in Switzerland. Banks and insurers thus contribute 7.6% of public revenues (CHF 7.8 billion). Furthermore, significant indirect effects on other industries mean that the financial sector’s overall impact is much greater. This year’s edition of the BAK Economics study also sheds light on the sector’s importance for the real estate market.

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Press releases25.10.2023

AMAS, SBA und SIA welcome the Federal Council’s approach on greenwashing

Focus on further development of self-regulation and dialogue with the authorities

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Credit Suisse: resolution could have worked

A resolution of Credit Suisse (CS) could have worked, but there is still much to do in terms of improving regulation and supervision. This is the conclusion drawn by the two reports on the CS takeover produced by the Basel Committee on Banking Supervision and the Financial Stability Board.

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