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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 15, 2026

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Why Are Swiss Small and Mid-Cap Companies drawing increased attention in 2026?
Stocks

Why Are Swiss Small and Mid-Cap Companies drawing increased attention in 2026?

This diverse segment of the Swiss equity market, represented by the SPI Extra® index, may provide valuable diversification opportunities for investors who apply disciplined and selective…

Before the IPO: How Startup Employees and Early Investors Can Prepare for Their Next Financial Chapter
Venture Capital

Before the IPO: How Startup Employees and Early Investors Can Prepare for Their Next Financial Chapter

For many startup employees, founders, and early investors, an initial public offering (IPO) represents years of hard work coming to fruition. Yet while public attention often…

Why Are More International Families Establishing Family Offices in Switzerland—and Why Does Next-Generation Planning Matter?
Foundational Knowledge
Family Office

Why Are More International Families Establishing Family Offices in Switzerland—and Why Does Next-Generation Planning Matter?

Building substantial wealth is a remarkable achievement. Preserving that wealth across multiple generations is often an even greater challenge. Recent research suggests that many family offices…

What Can Private Foundations Really Accomplish Across the United States and Switzerland?
Foundational Knowledge
Philanthropy

What Can Private Foundations Really Accomplish Across the United States and Switzerland?

Private foundations often enter the conversation when wealth, philanthropy, and succession begin to overlap. The first questions are usually practical. Can a foundation preserve a charitable…

When Tax Rules Change, Can Your Mobility Strategy Keep Pace?
Foundational Knowledge
Second Residency Options

When Tax Rules Change, Can Your Mobility Strategy Keep Pace?

Major tax proposals often make headlines, but they also highlight a broader reality: wealth has become increasingly mobile, while tax and residency rules continue to evolve.…

Can the “Buy, Borrow, Die” Strategy Work in Cross-Border Wealth Planning?
Foundational Knowledge
Asset-Backed Financing

Can the “Buy, Borrow, Die” Strategy Work in Cross-Border Wealth Planning?

Among ultra-high-net-worth families, few wealth-planning concepts have attracted as much attention as the so-called "Buy, Borrow, Die" strategy. While the phrase may sound provocative, it describes…

Is a New IPO Cycle Emerging and What Does It Mean for Swiss Equity Investors?
Stocks

Is a New IPO Cycle Emerging and What Does It Mean for Swiss Equity Investors?

After several years of subdued listing activity, global IPO markets are showing renewed signs of life. Much of the attention has focused on artificial intelligence, semiconductors,…

Considering a Move to Switzerland? An Overview of Residency Pathways
Foundational Knowledge
Expatriation/Relocation

Considering a Move to Switzerland? An Overview of Residency Pathways

Relocating to Switzerland is often part of a broader life decision involving lifestyle, family, and long-term planning considerations. For internationally active individuals and families, Switzerland offers…

Why Are Billionaire Tax Proposals Gaining Momentum in the United States?
Financial Planning

Why Are Billionaire Tax Proposals Gaining Momentum in the United States?

Across the United States, several states and jurisdictions have explored proposals aimed at increasing taxes on very high-net-worth individuals. These initiatives, often referred to in media…

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