Investing in the stock market from Switzerland

Investing in the stock market from Switzerland can seem daunting, what with the specific tax rules, choosing a broker, and the wide range of financial products available. In this category, you will find clear guides on ETFs, comparisons of platforms such as Interactive Brokers, Swissquote, Saxo, and Yuh, as well as practical explanations on how to create and manage your portfolio. My goal is to help you invest effectively, without unnecessary jargon, and grow your wealth over the long term.

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finpension Invest review 2026, the best Swiss robo-advisor
Jun, 10 2026

finpension Invest review 2026, the best Swiss robo-advisor

Fees of 0.47% all-in, from CHF 1, 100% stocks, and optimized US dividends (up to 0.30%/year of extra returns). Plus how it differs from VIAC Invest.

How to sell an ETF and withdraw your money from Interactive Brokers in 2026
Jun, 10 2026

How to sell an ETF and withdraw your money from Interactive Brokers in 2026

Step-by-step guide to selling an ETF on Interactive Brokers and withdrawing money to your Swiss bank account. Timing, fees, taxes and pitfalls to avoid.

Dollar cost averaging vs lump sum (2026): all at once or spread it out?
Jun, 10 2026

Dollar cost averaging vs lump sum (2026): all at once or spread it out?

Invest a large sum all at once or spread it out with DCA? Research is clear: lump sum wins 2/3 of the time. Here's why.

Why choose DEGIRO Switzerland as a trading platform in 2026
Jun, 10 2026

Why choose DEGIRO Switzerland as a trading platform in 2026

Independent DEGIRO review for Swiss investors: real fees, ETF security, market access, tools and limitations to know in varYear.

Currency conversion notification Interactive Brokers (IBKR): how to troubleshoot
Jun, 10 2026

Currency conversion notification Interactive Brokers (IBKR): how to troubleshoot

Interactive Brokers sent you a currency conversion notification? Don't panic, there's a rational explanation (and ways to avoid it).

Why I Don't Like Investment Advisors (and what to do)
Jun, 10 2026

Why I Don't Like Investment Advisors (and what to do)

Why do investment advisors hurt your returns? Conflicts of interest are everywhere. Here's how to protect your money the easy way.

Why I'm switching from Bogleheads to 100% stocks
Nov, 6 2025

Why I'm switching from Bogleheads to 100% stocks

I'm switching from the Bogleheads strategy to 100% stocks! Here's why I'm ditching 'age = bonds' to maximize my long-term returns.

Investing yourself vs. robo-advisor: which is best in Switzerland?
Oct, 30 2025

Investing yourself vs. robo-advisor: which is best in Switzerland?

Earn up to CHF 100'000 in 20 years by investing yourself! Discover why Swiss robo-advisors cost more and how DIY maximizes your gains.

How to transfer ETFs between sub-accounts on IBKR?
Jun, 10 2026

How to transfer ETFs between sub-accounts on IBKR?

Learn how to easily transfer your ETFs and stocks between Interactive Brokers (IBKR) sub-accounts to better organize your investment portfolio.

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