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U.S. court rejects $370 million AT1 suit against Switzerland, Swiss government says

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Posted on October 1, 2025

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ZURICH (Reuters) -A New York court has dismissed a civil lawsuit brought by holders of Credit Suisse Additional Tier 1 (AT1) debt who were seeking damages of $370 million from Switzerland, the Swiss

New York Court Dismisses $370 Million AT1 Lawsuit Against Switzerland

ZURICH (Reuters) -A New York court has dismissed a civil lawsuit brought by holders of Credit Suisse Additional Tier 1 (AT1) debt who were seeking damages of $370 million from Switzerland, the Swiss Finance Ministry said on Wednesday.

The lawsuit was filed in June last year in connection with the writedown of Credit Suisse's AT1 bonds after the bank collapsed in 2023, the ministry said in a statement.

The New York court followed the Swiss government's argument and ruled that, due to sovereign immunity, Switzerland is not subject to U.S. jurisdiction on the matter, the ministry added. The decision can be appealed within 30 days, it said.

(Writing by Dave Graham; editing by Matthias Williams)

Key Takeaways

  • New York court dismisses $370 million lawsuit against Switzerland.
  • Lawsuit filed by Credit Suisse AT1 bondholders after 2023 collapse.
  • Court cites Swiss sovereign immunity as reason for dismissal.
  • Swiss Finance Ministry confirms the court's decision.
  • Decision can be appealed within 30 days.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Additional Tier 1 (AT1) debt?
Additional Tier 1 (AT1) debt refers to a type of bond issued by banks that can be converted into equity or written down in times of financial distress, helping to absorb losses and maintain capital levels.
What is an appeal in legal terms?
An appeal is a legal process in which a higher court reviews the decision of a lower court to determine if there were errors in the application of law or procedure.

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