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World Service,12 Jun 2023,26 mins

UBS completes Credit Suisse takeover

World Business Report

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The merger is the biggest in the banking industry since the global financial crisis of 2008; Devina Gupta asks if it will restore the faith of depositors and investors in the Swiss banking system? Elsewhere, we reflect on the life of Silvio Berlusconi and discuss his legacy in both the politics and business worlds. And have you heard of Halal holidays? We find out about the growth of Muslim-friendly getaways. (Picture: UBS includes open letter in daily newspapers confirming acquisition of Credit Suisse, Zurich, Switzerland - 12 Jun 2023. Credit: Photo by ENNIO LEANZA/EPA-EFE/REX/Shutterstock)

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