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Swiss central bank readies for FX intervention if safe haven franc strengthens

CNBC · Jun 18, 2026, 9:44 AM · Also reported by 4 other sources

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  • The Swiss National Bank said on Thursday it is ready to intervene in foreign exchange markets if a rebound in demand for the safe-haven franc drives the currency higher.
  • It came as the central bank left its main policy rate unchanged at 0%, in a move widely expected by markets, keeping borrowing costs well below those seen in other major economies.

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The Swiss National Bank said on Thursday it is ready to intervene in foreign exchange markets if a rebound in demand for the safe-haven franc drives the currency higher.

It came as the central bank left its main policy rate unchanged at 0%, in a move widely expected by markets, keeping borrowing costs well below those seen in other major economies.

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