Bearish
SMI declines 1.0% midday as oil prices and bond yields pressure stocks
The Swiss Market Index (SMI) fell 1.0% to 13,667 points at midday on October 8, 2026, influenced by rising oil prices and increasing bond yields. Swiss Re and Givaudan bucked the trend with slight gains, while Sika and Roche experienced declines.
Key points
- SMI declines 1.0% midday as oil prices and bond yields pressure stocks
- Swiss Re and Givaudan buck the trend with slight gains
- Sika and Roche experience declines amid broader market weakness
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