As a major company, Switzerland’s third-largest private employer and a significant lender to Swiss households and companies, UBS is committed to actively contributing its position to the ongoing regulation debate on Swiss banking stability. On this page you find various content on this matter.
UBS continues to engage in the debate. We remain committed to our globally diversified business model and unique regional footprint. As the largest truly global wealth manager and leading bank in Switzerland, with competitive global investment bank and asset management capabilities, we bring financial stability, expertise, economic benefits and international know-how to our home market Switzerland and our clients globally.
As we have repeatedly said, we will do everything we can to ensure that UBS can continue to operate successfully as a global bank from Switzerland.

UBS statements on the consultation launch by the Swiss Federal Council and the communication by the WAK-S
On the consultation launch by the Swiss Federal Council (12 August 2026)
“We will analyze the proposals published today by the Federal Council and will contribute to the consultation process. UBS supports a further strengthening of Swiss banking regulation, which is already one of the most stringent globally. Adjustments should be targeted, internationally aligned and proportionate, considering differences in size and complexity of banks operating in Switzerland.”
On the communication by the WAK-S (11 August 2026)
“UBS welcomes the fact that the WAK-S committee is discussing alternatives to the Federal Council’s extreme proposal regarding the capital backing of foreign participations. UBS supports options to reinforce banks’ recovery plans. To that end, UBS supports the strengthening of AT1 instruments, as long as it is aligned with international standards.“
Swiss TBTF discussion – facts and figures

Consultation responses and position papers
Further resources
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