Surging US Dollar and multi-decade high Treasury yields may contribute to upward momentum for the USD/CHF pair. Weakness in the Swiss Franc appears probable, as analysts anticipate that the Swiss National Bank will uphold its policy rate at 0%. September inflation reached 1.0%, aligning with the midpoint of the SNB target range and alleviating pressure … Read more
USD/CHF rises as the US Dollar receives safe-haven support in the context of escalating geopolitical tensions. Saudi-backed forces in Yemen initiated a significant offensive aimed at regaining territory from Houthi rebels. The Swiss Franc may find support as concerns about European debt affordability continue to rise. After two days of losses, the USD/CHF pair is … Read more
The USD/CHF has experienced depreciation as the easing of October Fed rate-hike expectations exerts downward pressure on the US Dollar. High US Treasury yields and ongoing inflation worries stemming from increased energy prices constrain additional appreciation of the Swiss Franc. Analysts assert that the Swiss National Bank will prioritise inflation concerns over the prospect of … Read more
Swiss ZEW investor expectations fell to 2.6 in September, indicating increasing apprehensions regarding domestic inflation trends. The SNB has kept its policy rate at 0% and reiterated its willingness to engage in foreign exchange markets as necessary. The gains of the USD appear constrained as the recent moderation in U.S. PCE inflation has diminished anticipations … Read more
The USD/CHF pair experiences an uptick as the US Dollar strengthens, driven by heightened oil prices that intensify inflation worries, thereby supporting the case for additional tightening by the Federal Reserve. Markets are currently pricing in a 70% probability of an interest rate increase in October, in anticipation of crucial PCE and payroll data. Swiss … Read more
The USD/CHF pair experiences an uptick as the US Dollar strengthens, propelled by hawkish signals from the Federal Reserve that are elevating expectations for an October rate hike beyond 70%. Geopolitical risks remain a focal point as market participants attentively observe the negotiations between the US and Iran, alongside developments in the Strait of Hormuz. … Read more
The SNB is anticipated to maintain its policy rate at 0% on September 24, although projections may still be subject to change. The US Dollar halted its three-day rally and relinquished daily gains, even as hawkish expectations from the Federal Reserve persist. Robust US manufacturing data elevates the likelihood of an October Fed rate hike … Read more
The USD/CHF pair experiences an uptick as the US Dollar appreciates, following indications from the Federal Reserve of a possible additional rate hike before the end of the year. Switzerland’s Q2 2026 current account surplus experienced a notable increase, reaching CHF 23.7 billion. The Swiss National Bank is widely anticipated to maintain its benchmark rate … Read more
The USD/CHF pair experiences depreciation as the US Dollar weakens in the context of enhanced risk-on sentiment. UOB Group strategists observe robust momentum; however, they assert that it is premature to validate a USD/CHF breach above 0.8300. Fed’s Musalem cautions that inflation may remain elevated, exceeding the 2% threshold, unless there are earlier and incremental … Read more
The USD/CHF has experienced an uptick as market participants assign a 56.5% probability to the likelihood of an additional rate hike occurring in October. Fed Chair Kevin Warsh emphasises that ongoing inflation continues to be excessively elevated, indicating the likelihood of additional tightening measures. The Swiss Franc experienced depreciation as a result of an expanding … Read more
