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How are the latest financial trends changing the investment landscape? How will developments in monetary and fiscal policy affect the investment outlook? In this section, you can find blogs detailing our latest thinking on these issues and more with regard to what is driving the investment markets.
The Americans’ Switzerland
This article, titled “The Americans’ Switzerland,” is commentary from Paolo Panza, CEO of LFA, part of the LFG Holding Group. It discusses the rapidly changing role of Switzerland and the Swiss franc in the eyes of […]
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Interested in a Swiss Bank Account? Here’s What U.S. Citizens Should Know About FATCA
Swiss bank accounts often evoke images of secrecy, tax evasion, and numbered accounts hidden from governments. But that cinematic stereotype belongs to the past. Today, thanks to global reporting standards, especially FATCA, the reality is […]
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December 2025 | Monthly Market Commentary
The data is back! At last, in late November, Congress passed—and President Trump signed—the Continuing Appropriations Act, 2026, averting further turmoil after a 43-day impasse, the longest in U.S. history. Triggered by disagreements over FY2026 […]
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Is the Purchasing Power of the Dollar at Risk? Hedge With Swiss Francs
America’s national debt is rapidly approaching $39 trillion, a staggering figure that’s difficult to ignore. As this debt grows, so does the pressure on the U.S. dollar. Is the dollar’s reign as the global reserve […]
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Can Swiss Wealth Management End Your U.S. Gridlock Stress?
For many affluent individuals, the daily churn of U.S. politics is no longer just background noise; it’s a persistent source of financial anxiety. Every new debt ceiling standoff, sudden policy shift, and polarized election cycle […]
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Facing Dollar Risk in 2026? Here’s How to Stay Protected
In 2025, the U.S. dollar experienced one of its most challenging periods in over half a century. Against a backdrop of slowing global demand, a cautious Federal Reserve, and sticky inflation, the dollar lost value […]
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What Would Alexander Hamilton Think of Today’s National Debt?
As America’s first Secretary of the Treasury, Alexander Hamilton laid the foundation for the U.S. financial system. He believed that responsible borrowing and disciplined repayment could establish credibility and keep the young nation’s credit “immortal.” […]
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Could the U.S. Dollar Lose Its Dominance? It Did Once Before
If you’ve built significant wealth in the U.S., chances are most of your assets are tied to the strength of the dollar. For decades, the dollar has served as the world’s dominant reserve currency, driving […]
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How LFA Helps U.S. Investors Hedge Dollar Weakness
The U.S. dollar recently suffered its sharpest mid‑year decline in over 50 years, eroding spending power for American travelers and signaling broader risks for dollar‑dominated portfolios. The U.S. national debt is nearing $40 trillion, with […]
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Swiss Francs and Risk Hedging: A Guide for U.S. Investors
You’ve likely heard the diversification mantra countless times if you have $1 million or more in investable assets. Yet for many affluent Americans, that “diversification” may primarily involve U.S.-based stocks, bonds, and sectors tied to […]
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Why More U.S. Millionaires Are Using Swiss Financial Advisors
Switzerland offers U.S.-based investors a rare combination: currency stability, access to exclusive global investments, and wealth management expertise refined over generations. If you have over $1 million of investable assets, using a Swiss financial advisor […]
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Do Fed Rate Cuts Signal Adding Swiss Francs to Your Portfolio?
The U.S. Federal Reserve is signaling multiple interest rate cuts may be on the horizon. For American investors, this means more than just cheaper borrowing costs; it raises questions about the dollar’s purchasing power and […]
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