US companies listed on the Swiss stock exchange

[Anonymous]

Hello everyone,

 

Some companies like Phillip Morris are listed on the SIX exchange in CHF. I was wondering if this could be a good solution to invest in US companies. What are the advantages/disadvantages of this solution?

 

Furthermore, in the e-trading information (Postfinance) no dividend is indicated which seems curious to me. Does anyone have any experience to share on this subject?

 

Happy Sunday,

 

Jean-Louis

[Jerome]

Hello Jean-Louis, why prefer the copy rather than the original?

There is no advantage in my opinion. The currency risk is the same, because the rate is adjusted accordingly.

Regarding the dividend, it seems surprising to me. I think it is paid.

[Jerome]

Thanks for your reply. I had thought about the frequency of dividend distribution and taxation but if these elements are identical then indeed there is no advantage in buying the copy.

 

Jean-Louis

 

[Jerome]

Maybe the frequency is only annual instead of quarterly??? That would seem surprising to me, but hey... in that case I see even less advantage! 

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