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Séminaire fiscal 2026
4 Nov 2026 · 14:30 – 18:30 · Westhive
About this event
The Séminaire fiscal 2026 brings together financial professionals and tax experts to examine the rapidly changing tax landscape. The afternoon session offers actionable insights, practical case reviews, and an overview of current and upcoming tax challenges facing financial institutions.
What to expect
- An inspiring opening keynote offering a broad perspective on current tax challenges
- Expert presentations covering VAT developments, financial intermediation, and artificial intelligence
- In-depth discussions on withholding tax digitization, tax treaty procedures, and share buybacks
- Networking opportunities over coffee and an evening cocktail dînatoire
Speakers
Marc BertschyHead of Tax Legislation Division at Swiss Federal Tax Administration
Gabriel BourquinHead of Tax and Head of Romandie at Swiss Bankers Association
Jan BumannDirector at Association of Swiss Private Banks
Pascale ColinGlobal Head Corporate Tax at EFG Bank
Urs KapalleHead of Tax Strategy at Swiss Bankers Association
Claire PeraIndirect Tax Manager at EFG Bank
Nicolas SchallerHead of Refund Division at Swiss Federal Tax AdministrationAgenda
1. 13:30 Doors open 2. 14:00 Welcome address and introduction 3. 14:05 Keynote speech 4. 14:20 Banking evolution and VAT: financial intermediation, AI, and tax digitization 5. 15:00 Digitization: refunds, double taxation agreements (DTA), and forms 6. 15:40 Coffee break 7. 16:05 Share repurchases via the second trading line 8. 16:45 Current Swiss tax policy and regulatory updates 9. 17:25 Closing remarks and networking cocktail reception
Who should attend
Tax managers, legal counsels, compliance officers, and finance specialists working within banks and financial services firms.
About the host
The Swiss Banking Academy offers specialized educational programmes, seminars, and industry conferences aimed at professionals in the Swiss banking and wealth management industry.
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