Swiss banks are facing concerns over their vulnerability to criticism and potential legal action due to their dealings with Russian clients. The US Department of Justice (DoJ) is currently investigating whether UBS and Credit Suisse assisted Russian oligarchs in evading sanctions, as Switzerland has been accused of being a preferred haven for Russian funds. These banks had significant Russian assets prior to the Ukraine conflict and have also been linked to a recent data leak that exposed connections between Russian oligarchs and Swiss banks.

In order to protect themselves and address these issues, the Swiss banking industry is advocating for stricter regulations and the establishment of a register that discloses the beneficial owners of companies. Failing to take action on these concerns could have negative consequences for Switzerland during the next evaluation by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) in 2027.

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