With the entry of Axxion S.A. as a new issuer on the SIX Swiss Exchange, the landscape of index-based instruments is expanding not just in quantity, but—more importantly—in quality.
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By ETFWorld.co.uk
Stefan Schneider, Chairman of the Board of Axxion S.A.
The Swiss ETF market continues to demonstrate extraordinary vitality. The launch of the Frankfurter UCITS ETF – Modern Value is far more than a simple addition to the product lineup; it is a clear signal that investor demand for active, transparent strategies grounded in robust fundamental criteria is reshaping priorities for both institutional and retail investors.
The ETF in question tracks the Frankfurter Modern Value Index, a benchmark comprising 25 global companies selected not by size or sector, but by expected shareholder returns, strong ownership structures, and resilient business models. The approach is unequivocally quality-driven, with an equal-weight allocation ensuring effective diversification across geographies and sectors. In a market environment marked by volatility and macroeconomic uncertainty, this investment philosophy offers a reassuring anchor.
This move must also be viewed within a broader context. With Axxion’s arrival, the number of active ETF issuers on the Swiss exchange has risen to 33, offering a total of 2,093 distinct ETFs. The figures for 2025 are striking: 241 new listings in the first nine months alone and trading volumes already surpassing CHF 87.6 billion, a 53.9% increase compared to the same period in 2024. These numbers speak for themselves: SIX is not merely a leading financial hub—it is a true engine of innovation for the entire European ETF ecosystem.
Axxion’s decision to list in Zurich is strategic. As Stefan Schneider, Chairman of the Board of Axxion S.A., emphasized, the Swiss market serves as a crucial springboard for expanding the AXX.ETF brand across Europe. Meanwhile, 
Philipp Prömm of Shareholder Value Management AG described the Modern Value ETF as an “innovative pioneer” among actively managed ETFs—capable of blending reliable investment principles with modern, accessible implementation.
At a time when the line between passive and active products is increasingly blurred, the introduction of an ETF tracking an actively managed index represents a concrete response to the demands of a more sophisticated market.
In summary, Axxion’s debut is not an isolated event, but a piece of a larger mosaic. Switzerland is solidifying its role as Europe’s ETF trading leader—not just by volume, but by its ability to attract issuers who bring fresh ideas and distinctive approaches. For investors, choice is expanding and refining. And in finance, as we well know, the quality of choice is often the first step toward the quality of returns.
Source: ETFWorld.co.uk
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