USD/CHF

USD/CHF halts its three-day winning streak, trading around 0.8330 during Asian hours on Thursday. However, the downside of the pair could be limited as the US Dollar (USD) gains solid backing from the Federal Open Market Committee's (FOMC) hawkish stance amid ongoing inflation risks.

Rabobank’s Senior FX Strategist Jane Foley highlights Switzerland’s strong current account and budget positions, credible central bank and governance, and high liquidity as underpinning the Swiss Franc’s safe haven status.

United Overseas Bank (UOB) strategists Quek Ser Leang and Lee Sue Ann note that USD/CHF remains in a tight range in the short term, with intraday levels clustered around 0.8300. Their 1–3 week view maintains a broader consolidation band, while the 1–3 month outlook suggests the pair could continue rebounding but lacks momentum to revisit its July peak.

Rabobank expects EUR/CHF to remain close to the 0.93 area in the coming weeks as Eurozone fiscal tensions continue to support safe-haven demand for the Swiss Franc.

The Swiss Franc (CHF) loses ground for the third consecutive day against the US Dollar (USD) on Wednesday, retracing the rebound witnessed late last week.

USD/CHF extends its gains for the third consecutive day, trading around 0.8330 during Asian hours on Wednesday. Switzerland’s seasonally-adjusted Unemployment Rate was unchanged at 3.1% for the fifth month in a row in September. Foreign Currency Reserves for September will be eyed later in the day.