Economy and markets under shock from pandemic
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31 March 2020 · News from the financial markets
Economy and markets under shock from pandemic
The economy is being hit hard by the constraints of public life. Serious consequences are possible.
30 March 2020 · Ad hoc
Effects of the coronavirus outbreak on VP Bank Group
The extent of the impact that the coronavirus is having on society and the economy, and thus on the financial markets as well, is becoming increasingly clear. High market losses over a very short period of time and extremely high volatility that has never been witnessed before are causing a strain not only on the financial market as a whole but also on VP Bank Group.
27 March 2020 · Tactical positioning
It's not over yet
Do not be deceived by the interim positive signals.
25 March 2020 · Tactical positioning
A first breath of fresh air
Tuesday brought very high daily gains for the stock markets.
18 March 2020 · Coronavirus information
VP Bank assumes its responsibility and continues to support its clients without restrictions during this challenging time
We are taking the current coronavirus outbreak extremely seriously. The health and wellness of our employees, clients and business partners is our top priority.
16 March 2020 · Tactical positioning
The Fed is leaving no stone unturned
The Fed pulls out all the stops.
13 March 2020 · Tactical positioning
From shock to crisis
This trading week will enter history books, that much is certain. Here are five recommendations for this market environment.
12 March 2020 · Spot analysis
ECB gives generously, but leaves interest rates unchanged
The European Central Bank (ECB) is trying to play its part in the coronavirus crisis management. It will increase its existing securities purchase programme by an additional EUR 120 bn by the end of the year. The purchase of corporate bonds is expected to play a large part in this.
10 March 2020 · Ad hoc
Strong growth and substantial rise in earnings in the year 2019
Thanks to a strong operating performance and the positive development of financial mar-kets, VP Bank Group recorded a 34.4 per cent rise in net earnings in 2019 and generated group net income of CHF 73.5 million. At CHF 2.3 billion, the inflow of net new money de-veloped positively for the third time in a row.
10 March 2020 · Tactical positioning
Time of extremes
The spread of the coronavirus and the fall in oil prices have caused wild swings in equities and bonds. Such extreme situations have traditionally been good selling and/or buying opportunities. Our reaction is twofold.