Swiss Life Sciences Stock News

This article is designed to help you think clearly about whether Alcon's current share price fairly reflects its potential or if the market might be mispricing it. Alcon closed at $61.90, with a 1.4% gain over the last 7 days, a 3.2% decline over 30 days, a 2.6% decline year to date, and a 23.6% decline over the past year, which may catch the eye of investors reassessing the balance between opportunity and risk. Recent headlines around Alcon have focused on its position within healthcare and...

Why St. Galler Kantonalbank’s latest results matter for shareholders St. Galler Kantonalbank (SWX:SGKN) has caught investor attention after reporting full year 2025 results, with higher net interest income and net income, alongside an annual dividend announcement of CHF 20.00 per share. See our latest analysis for St. Galler Kantonalbank. The latest earnings and dividend news comes after a strong run in the share price, with a 90 day share price return of 18.10% and a 1 year total shareholder...

As European markets navigate volatility amid AI disruption concerns and digest strong U.S. job data, the pan-European STOXX Europe 600 Index managed to hit a new high, reflecting resilience in the region's economy. In such an environment, dividend stocks can offer investors a measure of stability and income potential, making them an attractive consideration for those looking to balance growth with steady returns.

If you are wondering whether ABB is still fairly priced after a strong run, this article will walk through what the current share price might be implying about value. ABB's share price closed at CHF 69.80, with returns of 1.7% over 7 days, 13.3% over 30 days, 14.0% year to date, 34.5% over 1 year, 139.7% over 3 years and 215.6% over 5 years. This raises the question of what is already reflected in the price. Recent news around ABB has focused on its position as a global industrial technology...

In early February 2026, Novartis reported final Phase III ALIGN data showing Vanrafia® (atrasentan) slowed kidney function decline in adults with IgA nephropathy, alongside a new long-term Actinium-225 supply agreement from Niowave to support its radioligand therapy portfolio for difficult-to-treat cancers. Together, these updates highlight Novartis’ effort to build depth in both renal disease and radiopharmaceutical oncology, reinforcing the importance of specialized therapies and secure...

As European markets navigate volatility, with the STOXX Europe 600 Index recently hitting a new high before settling nearly unchanged, investors are keenly observing economic indicators such as employment growth and GDP expansion in the eurozone. Amidst these dynamics, dividend stocks have gained attention for their potential to provide steady income; qualities like strong cash flow and a history of consistent payouts can make them appealing choices in uncertain market conditions.

The market seemed underwhelmed by the solid earnings posted by Schindler Holding AG ( VTX:SCHN ) recently. Our analysis...

Why Swisscom’s latest earnings and dividend move matter for shareholders Swisscom (SWX:SCMN) shares are in focus after the company paired its full year 2025 earnings release with a proposed CHF 26.00 per share annual dividend, drawing attention to both profitability and cash returns. See our latest analysis for Swisscom. That mix of a lower net income figure alongside solid operational progress and a proposed CHF 26.00 dividend appears to have caught the market’s eye. A 1 month share price...

In February 2026, Lindt & Sprüngli confirmed the return of its sold‑out DubaiStyle Chocolate to Canadian shelves, reintroducing the 150g bar and adding a new 40g snackable format crafted with smooth milk chocolate, pistachio filling and kadayif pastry. The launch of a portable 40g DubaiStyle bar alongside the original 150g format highlights how Lindt is using premium, culturally inspired recipes to broaden everyday indulgence occasions. We’ll now examine how expanding DubaiStyle into a new...

Temenos (SWX:TEMN) has drawn fresh attention after Peru based Mibanco selected its SaaS platform, including Temenos Core and Data Hub, to modernize core banking and support micro and small businesses across the country. See our latest analysis for Temenos. Despite winning new SaaS clients like Mibanco, Temenos has faced selling pressure, with a 30 day share price return showing an 18.75% decline and a 1 year total shareholder return indicating a 19.27% loss, suggesting sentiment has weakened...

As European markets experience volatility amidst global concerns about AI disruption and economic data releases, the pan-European STOXX Europe 600 Index has managed to reach new highs, reflecting a complex investment landscape. In such an environment, dividend stocks can offer a measure of stability and income potential for investors seeking to navigate these uncertain times.

Valiant Holding (SWX:VATN) has announced an annual dividend of CHF 6.00 per share, with an ex dividend date on May 18, 2026, a record date on May 19, and payment on May 20. See our latest analysis for Valiant Holding. The dividend announcement comes as Valiant Holding’s share price has moved to CHF 162.8, with a 30 day share price return of 4.23% and a 90 day share price return of 20.06%. The 1 year total shareholder return of 52.03% and 5 year total shareholder return of 127.20% point to...

Board overhaul puts Lonza Group (SWX:LONN) governance in focus Lonza Group (SWX:LONN) has set out a broad board refresh, nominating tech-focused leader Sami Atiya and proposing Claudia Süssmuth-Dyckerhoff as Vice-Chair while several long-serving directors prepare to step down. See our latest analysis for Lonza Group. The board refresh headlines come at a time when Lonza Group’s 1-day share price return of 1.19% and 7-day share price return of 2.21% sit against a 1-year total shareholder...

ABB (SWX:ABBN) is back in focus after reporting strong Q4 results, growing orders, and outlining a CHF2.0b share buyback, alongside new contract wins in power and data centre electrification. See our latest analysis for ABB. ABB’s recent Q4 update, the CHF2.0b share buyback and new electrification contracts have arrived alongside a 30 day share price return of 13.6% and a 1 year total shareholder return of 37.6%. Together these developments point to strengthening momentum rather than a short...

Idorsia (SWX:IDIA) is back on investors’ radar after securing regulator alignment in the US and Europe on a streamlined Phase 3 registration program for its Fabry disease candidate, lucerastat. See our latest analysis for Idorsia. The latest lucerastat update lands after a sharp swing in sentiment, with Idorsia’s 1 year total shareholder return very large at about 5.3x. However, the year to date share price return is slightly negative and longer term total shareholder returns over 3 and 5...

With a median price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of close to 21x in Switzerland, you could be forgiven for feeling...

Key Insights Significant insider control over Ypsomed Holding implies vested interests in company growth H. C. Michel...

Accelleron Industries has announced a major reshaping of its Board of Directors, proposing Monika Krüsi as Chairwoman and adding Mieke Van de Capelle, while two current directors step down early as part of an accelerated succession plan ahead of the 28 April 2026 AGM. This governance renewal could recalibrate how the company sets priorities in areas such as nomination, compensation, and sustainability oversight, potentially influencing its long-term direction. We’ll now examine how this...

Recent performance and context for UBS Group shares UBS Group (SWX:UBSG) has drawn investor attention after a monthly return of about a 16% decline and a 3‑month gain of roughly 4%, set against a backdrop of mixed shorter-term price moves. See our latest analysis for UBS Group. At a share price of CHF32.10, UBS Group’s recent 1 month share price return of a 16% decline and 7 day share price return of a 5% decline contrast with a 1 year total shareholder return of 9.8% and 5 year total...

It's been a good week for Swisscom AG ( VTX:SCMN ) shareholders, because the company has just released its latest...

There wouldn't be many who think Sonova Holding AG's ( VTX:SOON ) price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 22.7x is worth...

Why Holcim’s WISC initiative is catching investor attention Holcim (SWX:HOLN) has launched its Women in Sustainable Construction initiative, focusing on upskilling, industry engagement, and mentorship in the UAE. Investors are assessing what this could mean for the company’s long term positioning. See our latest analysis for Holcim. Holcim’s WISC launch comes after a softer patch in the share price, with a 7 day share price return of an 8.84% decline and a year to date share price return of a...

Novartis (SWX:NOVN) reported positive final Phase III ALIGN results for Vanrafia in IgA nephropathy, indicating meaningful benefits in kidney function. The company also signed a long term supply agreement with Niowave for Actinium 225 to support its radioligand therapy portfolio. For investors watching SWX:NOVN, these updates come against a backdrop of solid recent share performance. The stock closed at CHF125.14 and is up 4.3% over the past week, 7.8% over the past month, 15.3% year to...

Key Insights Burckhardt Compression Holding's significant retail investors ownership suggests that the key decisions...