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Allschwil, Switzerland - Two oral presentations at AHA Hypertension 2026 will highlight the substantial antihypertensive efficacy of aprocitentan in two hypertension populations from the PRECISION study: patients with obesity and patients across the cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic (CKM) continuum. The analyses extend the clinical evidence supporting aprocitentan in these patients and further underscore the importance of blockade of the upregulated endothelin system as a therapeutic target in difficult-to-control hypertension, including true resistant hypertension.
Today, after the US withdrew its bombers from RAF Fairford, the UK government has insisted the military base is safe.
Zurich – Julius Baer Group today announced that Caroline Kuhnert and Elaine Arden will be nominated to join the Board of Directors at the 2027 Annual General Meeting (AGM).
Lausanne – At the Extraordinary General Meeting on 5 October 2026, the shareholders of Alpiq Holding Ltd. elected Alberto de Paoli as a new member of the Board of Directors, as proposed. The international energy executive will succeed Johannes Teyssen as Chairman of the Board of Directors on 15 October 2026.
As of 1 July 2026, Wincasa has taken over the entire Site Management of Wankdorfcity 3 in Bern. As the single provider, the real estate service provider is responsible for the overarching coordination and management of services across the new urban district. The first buildings were already operational when the mandate began. As the site continues to develop, the scope of services will expand progressively.
SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has completed the acquisition of a majority stake in Prescient Security, a leading provider of information compliance and cybersecurity based in the US.
GENEVA – The employee partnership that owns Gunvor Group Ltd (the “Company”) has voted to change the name of the Company to Centalion Group Ltd to reflect its evolution under a new ownership structure, leadership model, and strategic outlook for the future. The Company concurrently announces its intention to redomicile its corporate headquarters from Cyprus to Singapore.
Swissport is expanding its European presence with the launch of Swissport Cargo Services France at EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse. The new 3,000 m² cargo warehouse in the French sector marks Swissport’s return to the French market and creates a platform for future growth.
Today, Sika is hosting an investor day at its largest adhesive factory, located in Duedingen, Switzerland. The day features presentations from Sika’s management team, outlining key group-wide initiatives for growth, with a focus on adhesives. The event will provide updates on Sika’s Fast Forward program, the acquisition of Akkim, and Sika’s innovation and go-to-market strategies. CEO Thomas Hasler will address Sika’s commitment to delivering strong and sustainable growth, driven by targeted investments in growth segments and innovation.
The Federal Department of Finance (FDF) and the Swiss National Bank have signed an agreement on the SNB’s profit distributions for the years 2026 to 2030. The modalities remain unchanged. Provided that the SNB’s financial situation permits, an amount of up to CHF 6 billion per annum will be distributed to the Confederation and the cantons.
The portfolio of HBM Healthcare Investments delivered a solid performance in the first half of the 2026/2027 financial year (1 April to 30 September 2026). The net asset value (NAV) per share rose by 9.8% to CHF 297.30, adjusted for the dividend payment of CHF 9.00, while the share price increased by 7.8% on a dividend-adjusted basis to CHF 233.50 – around 21 percent below NAV. A profit of around CHF 177 million is expected for the half-year.
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