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Softened capital reform proposal reduces required CET1 capital for UBS, easing regulatory burden.
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Swiss lawmakers are expected to send a softened banking reform proposal to the upper house of parliament, potentially reducing the additional capital UBS must hold. The government originally sought about $20 billion in extra Common Equity Tier 1 capital, but a parliamentary committee is considering a compromise that would allow UBS to back foreign subsidiaries with 50% CET1 capital instead of 100%, with other proposals at 75% or 80%. The gap could be filled with Additional Tier 1 bonds, which are cheaper for banks and absorb losses in a crisis. The upper house debates the draft bill in September, followed by the lower house, with final rules not expected until late 2026 or 2027. This decision balances taxpayer protection with UBS's competitiveness, as the bank argues that tougher rules would disadvantage it against global rivals.
UBS Group AGSoftened capital reform proposal reduces required CET1 capital for UBS, easing regulatory burden.
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