Switzerland is consistently ranked among the top countries globally for employment flexibility and business-friendly labor regulations. This guide outlines the key aspects of Swiss employment law that business owners and employers need to know.
Crowdfunding has become a popular way to fund projects, support startups, and connect with investors worldwide. In 2022 alone, global crowdfunding platforms raised over $17 billion, demonstrating the growing importance of this financing method. Switzerland, known for its financial stability and innovation, is no exception to this trend. In this guide, we will explore what crowdfunding is, how it works in Switzerland, the different models available, and the legal framework governing this fast-growing sector.
Switzerland's extensive network of Double Tax Treaties (DTTs) plays a vital role in international business operations, making it an attractive jurisdiction for global companies. Here's what you need to know about Switzerland's approach to preventing double taxation and facilitating cross-border business activities.
Switzerland maintains one of the world's most comprehensive networks of double taxation agreements, with:
Businesses operating or aspiring to operate in Switzerland must stay updated about its evolving culture, regulations, and economy. Understanding these changes allows you to adapt your business strategy proactively and succeed in the Swiss market. Read to learn some of the recent shifts in taxation, immigration policies, industry regulations, and consumer behavior
Switzerland is one of the hardest hit countries by the novel COVID-19. Being a popular tourist destination, the state was hugely exposed to this contagion through visitors from all over the world. Whether the government did a plausible job to protect its economy or not, is not so hard to see if you look closely.
The web-based survey and application platform EHP is now accessible to supervised institutions and their audit firms, as well as supervisory organisations. They can now leverage the platform to submit encrypted supervisory data and authorisation applications to FINMA online. The use of this website is free of charge.
From January 1, 2020. The Swiss Financial Institutions Act (FinIA) and the Swiss Financial Services Act (FinSA) entered into force, updating the regulatory regime for trustees working in Switzerland. This means that all independent portfolio managers (PMs) and trustees subject to supervision under FinIA will have to be supervised by a Supervised organisations (SO) authorised by FINMA and get licensed by FINMA before they can be able to carry out their activities as financial intermediaries in Switzerland.
Dear Clients,
With these few lines, we request your precious time to remind you of the main legislative changes that await us from January 2020 moving forward.
Dear Clients,
With these few lines, we request your precious time to remind you of the main legislative
changes that await us from January 2020.
Accounting principles for virtual currencies in Switzerland, regarding the blockchain technology, categories of tokens and the incorporation of companies using cryptocurrencies as capital contributions.
