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Swiss banks: CHF 74.5 billion in value added for the economy

How significant is the impact of the Swiss banking sector beyond the industry itself? The latest BAK Economics study, “The economic importance of the Swiss banking sector”, shows that banking activities are associated with a total of CHF 74.5 billion in value added and around 338,700 full-time equivalent jobs. Three questions on the findings for our experts Martin Hess, Head of Economic Policy at the Swiss Bankers Association, and Nina-Alessa Michel, Policy Advisor Economic Policy and Regulation.

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Swiss banking landscape in a constant state of change for 300 years

The Swiss banking landscape has changed repeatedly over the centuries. A historical analysis by the Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts (HSLU), commissioned by the Swiss Bankers Association (SBA), systematically traces this development over more than 300 years. The analysis shows that structural change is a defining feature of the Swiss banking sector. The SBA is now making selected findings accessible to a broad public.

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CDB 27: revised code of conduct on combating money laundering from 2027

The Swiss Bankers Association (SBA) has revised the Agreement on the Swiss banks’ code of conduct with regard to the exercise of due diligence (CDB). The new version (CDB 27) amends, among other things, the existing rules on establishing the identity of controlling persons, as well as forms and documentation requirements, and takes greater account of digital business processes. It will come into force on 1 January 2027.

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Press releases29.10.2026

CHF stablecoin: Switzerland must create the right conditions now

The digitalisation of financial markets is progressing rapidly. While the US and the EU have already established clear regulatory frameworks for stablecoins, Switzerland faces a key decision with the forthcoming revision of the Financial Institutions Act (FinIA). In an in-depth study published today, the Swiss Bankers Association (SBA) analyses the opportunities and risks of a CHF stablecoin from Switzerland for the Swiss financial centre and sets out solutions for its design.

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“With the CHF stablecoin, now is the time to decide who helps shape the future”

Stablecoins have moved from a niche topic to centre stage in financial policy. As regulatory frameworks are being put in place internationally, Switzerland faces a simple question: do we help shape the next generation of payment infrastructure or leave the field to others? Martin Hess, Chief Economist and overall project lead for Digital Currencies at Swiss Banking, explains what the new in-depth study shows for banks and the economy. Natalie Graf, Senior Legal Counsel, outlines the regulatory course that now needs to be set.

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Blog posts27.10.2026

What happens when banks suddenly disappear?

In the morning, you stop at the bakery, pay for your croissant with your smartphone and board the train a few minutes later. During the journey, you quickly pay a bill. At the same time, the baker receives a loan to finance a new oven. All these transactions have one thing in common: they only work because banks and financial infrastructures interact reliably in the background.

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Sustainable finance is entering its next phase: August Benz on climate adaptation, resilience and investable solutions

Two weeks after Building Bridges 2026, August Benz, Deputy CEO of the Swiss Bankers Association (SBA), looks back on the progress Switzerland has made in sustainable finance, discusses the banking sector’s role in supporting the transition, and explains why adaptation and resilience are becoming increasingly important.

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