Swiss SIX exchange says trading halted due to technical issues

Switzerland’s stock exchange SIX announced on Wednesday that trading had been halted across all products due to technical problems. The trading halt, which started at 1000 CET (0800 GMT), affected bonds, derivatives, exchange-traded products, equities, and funds. The Swiss stock exchange is home to several major companies. Market and index data dissemination is currently not available, and the cause of the issue is being investigated. Trading itself was not affected, but the halt was implemented to maintain equal treatment of market participants. Further updates will be provided.