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In the spotlight
In this outlook for 2026, we take a close look at the forces shaping equities, FX and commodities, explore where AI and tech fit in, and highlight top investment picks for the year ahead. From gold and the Swiss franc to AI-driven growth story, we break down the trends that will define the next chapter in global markets.
Inflation, easing monetary policy and fiscal dominance are reshaping FX and precious metals markets ahead of a potential policy pivot.
How cryptocurrency markets moved in 2025. What’s the outlook for 2026? What are the newest trends and developments?
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Understanding supply, demand, macro forces and market expectations.
A practical guide to understanding market psychology, rising FOMO dynamics and the strategies investors can use to make more disciplined decisions in 2026.
Inflation, easing monetary policy and fiscal dominance are reshaping FX and precious metals markets ahead of a potential policy pivot.
A clear, beginner-friendly framework to help you start investing in Switzerland with confidence, even with no financial background.
This step-by-step checklist helps people living in Switzerland prepare for retirement with clarity, covering pensions, investments, taxes and lifestyle planning before work income stops.
A Lombard loan allows investors to access liquidity without selling their financial assets. But how does it work, what are the risks and when does it make sense?
The expert's opinion
As 2025 heads into its final months, markets are navigating a complex mix of macroeconomic forces, policy shifts and sector-specific rallies.
Bitcoin is often seen as a revolutionary asset: an inflation hedge, a fiat alternative and a decentralized store of value. But a deeper look reveals a clear pattern: Bitcoin’s price tends to mirror shifts in the global money supply. By comparing it to broad money (M2), we can trace how monetary policy and investor sentiment shape the crypto market.
Understand better market and central bank reactions facing a recession. And also why sometimes bad news can be good for markets.