Swissquote Profile: What is Swissquote?

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 real estate 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 stocks, 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

Switzerland

Zurich Office

Address: Löwenstrasse 62, Postfach 2017, 8021 Zürich, Switzerland
Phone: 0848 25 88 88
Fax: +41 44 825 88 89

Europe

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

Luxembourg

Address: Swissquote Bank Europe Ltd, 2, rue Edward Steichen, L‑2958 Luxembourg
Phone: +352 2603 2003
Fax: +352 2603 2042
Email: 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

Cyprus

Address: Swissquote Capital Markets Ltd, Emerald House, 42 Spyrou Kyprianou Avenue, Limassol, CY 3076
Phone: +357 25 258 250
Email: 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
Email: 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
Email: dxb@swissquote.com

Asia

Singapore

Address: Swissquote Pte. Ltd, Office 34‑01A, One Raffles Quay, North Tower, Singapore, 048583
Phone: +65 6982 6780
Email: 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
Email: hk@swissquote.com

South Africa

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
Email: SA-Desk@swissquote.com

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