The last mile

The Swiss National Bank's decision to reduce interest rates came as a surprise to the market.

In the latest episode of Perspectives from Rothschild & Co Wealth Management Switzerland, Laura Künlen and Global Investment Strategists Kevin Gardiner and Victor Balfour, delve into central banks' recent actions, analyse the various narratives influencing the oil market and provide updates on the prices of gold and bitcoin.

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    Insights

    Investing is not just about choosing companies that we expect to achieve success in the short term. It’s important to find businesses which can adapt to a changing world and are part of shaping the future. In this article we explore the risks and opportunities they face.

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    Insights

    Trusts can be an effective way to provide for your family while retaining control, but you must balance the advantages against the administrative and financial costs. In this article we examine the pros and cons of setting up a trust, and potential pitfalls to avoid.

  • The defence debate

    Strategy Blog

    The events of the last couple of years have dramatically increased the geopolitical temperature, shifting the political discourse in favour of security. In this blog we examine the evolving nature of defence and military equipment, and what it could mean for investors.

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    Strategy Blog

    Earnings growth is rising in the United States, suggesting the market could have passed a turning point. Ahead of the release of first quarter earnings figures, we consider what this means for investors and examine how earnings expectations can be fallible.

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