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What Makes Pictet an Important Swiss Custodian Bank for International Investors?

Congratulations are in order! Pictet has crossed the USD 1 T mark in assets under management or custody. For Alpen Partners, the milestone has particular s...

October 27, 2026

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Multi-Currency Portfolio Allocation in a Volatile USD Environment
Investing

Multi-Currency Portfolio Allocation in a Volatile USD Environment

The Fragile Confidence in the US Dollar For decades, the US dollar (USD) has been the anchor of global finance. Yet in 2025, some investors are…

Navigating Swiss Banking as an American Expat: A Persistent Challenge
Financing

Navigating Swiss Banking as an American Expat: A Persistent Challenge

It’s a difficult landscape for US nationals in Switzerland – but we strive to make it easier For American nationals living in Switzerland, gaining access to…

Why Your Swiss Canton Matters: Pension Tax Benefits for International Residents
Wealth Planning

Why Your Swiss Canton Matters: Pension Tax Benefits for International Residents

Relocating to Switzerland isn’t just about crisp Alpine air, high-end infrastructure, and long-term political and economic stability—it is also home to meaningful financial planning features, especially…

The Checkbook IRA: A Strategic Cross-Border Retirement Structure—When Correctly Managed
Advisory Accounts

The Checkbook IRA: A Strategic Cross-Border Retirement Structure—When Correctly Managed

For American investors living abroad or managing global portfolios, retirement planning often requires more flexible structures than traditional brokerage-based Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) allow. One such…

Esprit de France: Buying Property in France
Real Estate

Esprit de France: Buying Property in France

Esprit de France: Buying Property in France - A Strategic Move for US Investors and Lifestyle Buyers Residential, Lifestyle, and Commercial Real Estate Opportunities with Cross-Border…

Charting a Course to Monaco: Residency and Opportunity in the Principality
Second Residency Options

Charting a Course to Monaco: Residency and Opportunity in the Principality

For internationally minded individuals seeking a secure, tax-efficient, and culturally rich base in Europe, Monaco continues to rise in popularity. More than a glamorous Riviera enclave,…

Swiss Francs and Physical Gold…Easy to Come By?
Investing

Swiss Francs and Physical Gold…Easy to Come By?

A Strategic Move Towards Wealth Preservation in Uncertain Times For investors focused on preserving wealth in a world of rising instability, establishing a Swiss account to…

Portugal Citizenship Rules May Soon Tighten
Expatriation/Relocation

Portugal Citizenship Rules May Soon Tighten

On June 23, 2025, the Portuguese government introduced a draft law proposing major changes to its Nationality Law—changes that could significantly impact foreign investors, expats, and…

A Window of Opportunity: Why the US EB-5 Program Deserves a Fresh Look — Before the Trump Gold Card Arrives
Citizenship & Residency

A Window of Opportunity: Why the US EB-5 Program Deserves a Fresh Look — Before the Trump Gold Card Arrives

As an independent Swiss financial advisor and global wealth planner, Alpen Partners International works closely with international families navigating complex cross-border decisions. With growing interest in…

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