Swiss Asset Management Study 2025

Swiss asset managers will increase their assets to a record level in 2024, consolidating Switzerland's position as a top location. The Swiss Asset Management Study 2025 highlights the prospects for the industry.

We represent the Swiss Asset Management Industry – a supporting pillar of the Swiss financial centre.
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A Heartfelt Thank You from Asset Management Day 2025!

The Asset Management Day 2025, themed "Risk, Rules, Returns: The Future of Swiss Asset Management" was an inspiring day with a shared passion for advancing our industry. We extend our deep gratitude to all participants our distinguished speakers - Stefan Walter, Christian Lindner, Rahul Sahgal, Jean Keller, Patrick Karpiczenko and the moderater Olivia Kinghorst for sharing their expertise, vision as well as for their entertaining spirit. View the video and the pictures of the event here.
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New AMAS recommendation: practical guidance for sustainable investments

AMAS has published the Sustainability Investment Compliance Recommendations. The recommendations allow institutions to adapt flexibly to their business models and processes.
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Potential and challenges for private markets in Switzerland

Private markets are developing rapidly worldwide and are becoming increasingly important as a source of capital for companies and investors. In Switzerland, asset managers already manage around CHF 360 billion in private market investments. The study ‘Private Markets in Switzerland: Scaling Innovation & Growth’ by AMAS, SECA and BCG illustrates the potential of this booming asset class.
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AMAS pension fund study 2024: Significant potential for higher returns

In a study commissioned by AMAS, the consulting firm WTW analysed the risk capacity of Swiss pension funds in connection with investment strategy and return potential for the first time. The analyses show: Pension funds often utilise neither their risk capacity nor their return potential. Optimisation of the investment strategies can result in double-digit percentage improvements in benefits for insured persons over a time horizon of 10 years.
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T+1 Settlement: AMAS communication on the recommendation of the swissSPTC

The Asset Management Association Switzerland expressly welcomes the swissSPTC's recommendation to transition to a T+1 Settlement Cycle for the domestic markets in Switzerland and Liechtenstein in October 2027 as a combined migration together with the EU and the UK.
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AMAS publishes Engagement Letter to promote a sustainable Swiss economy

The Asset Management Association Switzerland (AMAS) has published an Engagement Letter urging Swiss companies to adopt strong corporate governance and sustainability practices to align with international standards and contribute to a climate-neutral economy. This commitment is driven by Switzerland's goals under the UN 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the Paris Climate Agreement, with the aim of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.

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"We do not observe any questioning of ESG investment in the institutional business"

Jean-Francis Dusch

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Swiss fund market: Uncertainty clouds the strong start

The 1st quarter of 2025 in the Swiss fund market ended with a positive balance and a total volume of CHF 1,628.6 billion. However, the course of the year resembled a rollercoaster ride: the rosy outlook on the financial markets at the beginning of the year ensured strong net new money inflows. However, towards the end of the 1st quarter, it was the performance losses on the equity markets that put the brakes on the promising start.
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AMAS joins the FS-CSC

The Swiss Financial Sector Cyber Security Centre has the task of strengthening cyber resilience in the Swiss financial market. AMAS has joined the association in order to proactively contribute to Swiss cyber security.
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SIX acquires Swiss Fund Data from AMAS

The Asset Management Association Switzerland (AMAS) sells Swiss Fund Data (SFD) to SIX, the leading provider of fund data in Switzerland. With the new ownership SFD will continue to deliver topquality data services to its clients and to AMAS members.
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Basellandschaftliche Kantonalbank joins AMAS

Basellandschaftliche Kantonalbank (BLKB) has joined the Asset Management Association Switzerland (AMAS) as an active member. The circle of cantonal banks within AMAS has thus expanded to nine members.
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A tax increase on lump-sum withdrawals from the pension scheme weakens the system

The Federal Council wants to abolish the tax privilege for lump-sum withdrawals from the second and third pillars. AMAS rejects the Federal Council's proposal. It would weaken the pension system.
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Sustainable Investing explained in 9 questions

Sustainable investing helps to achieve climate and sustainability goals. Many investors are not fully aware of how such financial products work, what they achieve and how they pay off. This flyer explains in 9 questions the world of sustainable investing.
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Report “The 3rd contributor: strong performance underscores resilience of pension funds"

The report sheds light on the vital role the second pillar plays in the Swiss pension system thanks to the long-term effect of capital market returns and the services provided by the asset management industry.

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