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UBS Rejects Stricter Banking Rules Amid Credit Suisse Fallout

1/12/2026

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UBS Group AG (UBS) has rejected Swiss government proposals to tighten banking regulations after Credit Suisse collapse, arguing the rules would hurt competitiveness and could potentially lead to $24 billion in capital.
UBS says it supports stronger regulations but proposed measures go beyond what is necessary.
The Swiss Banking Association says the Credit Suisse crisis stemmed from regulatory concessions, not lax capital rules.
UBS shares have risen over 20% since December, reflecting optimism about potential regulatory changes.

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UBS Group AG (UBS) has rejected Swiss government proposals to tighten banking regulations after Credit Suisse collapse, arguing the rules would hurt competitiveness and could potentially lead to $24 billion in capital.
UBS says it supports stronger regulations but proposed measures go beyond what is necessary.
The Swiss Banking Association says the Credit Suisse crisis stemmed from regulatory concessions, not lax capital rules.
UBS shares have risen over 20% since December, reflecting optimism about potential regulatory changes.