Swiss stocks - Factors to watch on July 3

ZURICH, (Reuters) - Swiss stocks are set to open slightly higher up on Friday, with trading expected to be subdued due to a market holiday in the United States.

The Swiss blue-chip index SMI.SSMI was indicated to open 18 points higher at 5,373 points, pre-market data provided by bank Clariden Leu showed.CLPRE

The following are some of the main factors expected to affect Swiss stocks on Friday.

ROCHE (ROG.VX)

Monthly injections of Roche's Lucentis can significantly improve sight in people with retinal vein occlusion, which leads to vision loss, according to research released by the company's Genentech unit on Thursday.

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Japan confirmed its first case of a genetic mutation to the new H1N1 influenza virus that shows resistance to Tamiflu.

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BURCKHARDT COMPRESSION (BCHN.S)

Company holds Annual General Meeting

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