As the influential Moody’s, Standard & Poor’s and Fitch rating agencies are downgrading countries, regions and financial institutions around the world, Switzerland is a safe place – perhaps the safest place – to put your money for long-term preservation and growth. An uninterrupted policy of long-term monetary security and political stability has made Switzerland a lasting safe haven for investors.

Switzerland has become a point of envy as the woes of Europe and the world have grown. The country’s solid triple-A status appears to be immune to the happenings around its border nations. Switzerland’s neutrality provides a shelter from political turmoil.

Switzerland is one of the wealthiest countries in the world. Low inflation rates, low capital costs, a good investment climate and solid purchasing power make the Swiss economy one of the most innovative, liberal and competitive in the world. The country’s gross domestic product is considerably above the EU average.

Because of the country’s small size and high labor specialization, industry, trade and the service sector are key to Switzerland’s economic livelihood. Switzerland has achieved one of the highest per capita incomes in the world with low unemployment rates and a balanced budget. Taxation is rather low; there are barriers to getting a resident permit and citizenship; the healthcare system is a blended mechanism; and a sensible retirement model all combine to offer no real threat to the triple-A rating.

Made in Switzerland means excellent quality

The four core values of the Swiss financial center are stability, universality, responsibility and excellence. They have formed the cornerstones of Swiss banking for generations and are the reason why the country’s financial center is so successful.

Swiss wealth management expertise is sought after and respected, thanks to intensive education and training, innovation and the highest standards of quality and integrity. Swiss wealth management is based on tried and proven methods and strategies and with many years of experience in international investing, Swiss wealth managers are the world’s leaders in cross-border wealth management and private banking.