Swiss financial market law is subject to strict and complex legislation, particularly with regard to activities of financial institutions (banks, securities dealers, investment funds, insurance companies).
Anti-money laundering legislation is evolving rapidly and is systematically accompanied by stricter requirements for financial industry players. This evolution requires constant effort in order to have the latest information and to adapt accordingly the internal processes for compliance and risk management.
The concept of a general banking contract, which would be a kind of framework contract applicable to any relationship between a client and his bank, is not recognized under Swiss law.
