Swissquote Group Holding SA is a Swiss banking group specializing in online financial and trading services.
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This page will explore what is Swissquote, what it does, and whether its offerings of financial services work for your financial needs.
What is Swissquote?
Swissquote began as Marvel Communications SA, a financial software and web applications in 1990, before evolving into Switzerland’s first financial platform.
In 2000, Swissquote shares were floated on the SIX Swiss Exchange, marking the company’s significant step towards becoming a publicly traded institution.
In 2022, Swissquote further expanded its reach with the acquisition of Keytrade Bank Luxembourg. The company also partnered with Luzerner Kantonalbank (LUKB) to provide mortgage services, marking a strategic move into the Swiss inmobiliario market.
What does Swissquote do?
The firm offers three primary investment options for clients:
What is a Swissquote Trading Account?
Swissquote offers a multi-currency trading account designed to simplify portfolio management with access to over 30 global exchanges. Clients can trade acciones, ETFs, mutual funds, options, and structured products, all from one account.
The account’s multi-currency functionality reduces currency conversion fees, while global custodians protect assets, and cash is insured up to EUR 100,000. Margin trading and personal loans backed by investments are also available.
What is Swissquote Smart Portfolios?
Smart Portfolios provide professionally managed investment solutions with a minimum investment of EUR/USD/GBP 5,000.
They feature low costs starting from 0.92% annually, with no entry or exit fees. Automatic rebalancing and flexible top-ups ensure efficiency.
Clients can choose from four investment profiles: Defensive, Moderate, Growth, and Sustainable Multi-Asset. Performance highlights include consistent returns since 2015 for portfolios with regular contributions.
What is Swissquote Crypto Services?
Swissquote offers a secure platform for trading 44 cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin and Ethereum, with enhanced liquidity and competitive pricing.
Additional services include exchange-traded securities, options, and futures for crypto exposure.
Educational resources like eBooks and professional articles ensure clients are well-informed. Institutional services provide regulatory-compliant crypto solutions for organizations seeking confidence and expertise.
Swissquote Executive Management
- Marc Bürki – Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Founding partner of Swissquote Group Holding Ltd, Marc Bürki leads the overall strategy and operations of the group and its bank. - Yvan Cardenas – Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Responsible for overseeing the financial strategy, planning, and reporting of Swissquote Group Holding Ltd and its banking operations. - Gilles Chantrier – Chief Risk Officer (CRO)
Manages risk assessment and mitigation strategies across Swissquote’s group and banking activities. - Alexandru Craciun – Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
Leads the technological strategy and innovation for Swissquote, ensuring the development and management of its tech infrastructure. - Jan De Schepper – Chief Sales and Marketing Officer (CSO)
Oversees sales and marketing initiatives to drive growth and enhance Swissquote’s market presence. - Nestor Verrier – Chief Operating Officer (COO)
Directs operational processes, ensuring efficiency and alignment with Swissquote’s strategic goals. - Morgan Lavanchy – Chief Legal Officer (CLO)
Responsible for legal affairs and regulatory compliance across Swissquote’s group and banking entities.
Where is Swissquote located?
Headquarters
Gland, Switzerland
- Address: Ch. de la Crétaux 33, P.O. Box 1032, 1196 Gland, Switzerland
- Phone: +41 22 999 94 11
- Fax: +41 22 999 94 12
Suiza
Zurich Office
- Address: Löwenstrasse 62, Postfach 2017, 8021 Zürich, Switzerland
- Phone: 0848 25 88 88
- Fax: +41 44 825 88 89
Europa
London, United Kingdom
- Address: Swissquote Ltd, Boston House, 63‑64 New Broad Street, London EC2M 1JJ
- Phone: +44 (0) 20 7186 2600
- Fax: +44 (0) 20 7186 2601
Luxemburgo
- Address: Swissquote Bank Europe Ltd, 2, rue Edward Steichen, L‑2958 Luxembourg
- Phone: +352 2603 2003
- Fax: +352 2603 2042
- Correo electrónico: clientservices@swissquote.lu
Malta
- Address: Swissquote Financial Services (Malta) Ltd, PenderGardens, St. Andrew’s Street, St. Julian’s, STJ 1901, Malta
- Phone: +356 222 65 100
- Office Hours: 8:00 ‑ 18:00 CET (Monday ‑ Friday)
Bucharest, Romania
- Address: Swissquote Tech Hub Bucharest S.R.L., Opera Center One Building, 1‑5 Costache Negri street, 5th floor, 5th district, Bucharest
Chipre
- Address: Swissquote Capital Markets Ltd, Emerald House, 42 Spyrou Kyprianou Avenue, Limassol, CY 3076
- Phone: +357 25 258 250
- Correo electrónico: support_sqcm@swissquote.com
Middle East
Dubai
- Address: Swissquote MEA Ltd, Al Fattan Currency House, Level 9, Office 904, Tower 2, DIFC, P.O. Box 121364
- Phone: +971 4 450 1777
- Fax: +971 4 450 1771
- Correo electrónico: ae.sales@swissquote.ae
Dubai Representative Office
- Address: Swissquote Bank SA (UAE Representative Office), Office 2402 | Level 24, Boulevard Plaza, Tower 1, P.O.Box 121364
- Phone: +971 4 450 1700
- Fax: +971 4 450 1701
- Correo electrónico: dxb@swissquote.com
Asia
Singapur
- Address: Swissquote Pte. Ltd, Office 34‑01A, One Raffles Quay, North Tower, Singapore, 048583
- Phone: +65 6982 6780
- Correo electrónico: b2bsingapore@swissquote.com
Hong Kong
- Address: Swissquote Asia Ltd, Suites 3202‑04, Level 32/F, ICBC Tower, 3 Garden Road Central, Hong Kong
- Phone: +852 3902 0000
- Chinese Toll-Free: 4000 850 999
- Fax: +852 3902 0099
- Correo electrónico: hk@swissquote.com
Sudáfrica
Cape Town
- Address: Swissquote South Africa (Pty) Ltd, 183 Albion Springs, Cnr Albion Springs Close & Main Road, Rondebosch, Cape Town 7700
- Phone: +27 21 827 70 46
- Correo electrónico: SA-Desk@swissquote.com
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