Inflation target has allowed central bank to respond flexibly to shocksCentral bank’s main tools are policy rate, FX interventionsGlobal economy slowdown has hit Switzerland harder due to currency appreciationRecognises franc’s safe haven natureWill continue to ensure price stability
Not really anything noteworthy there by Schlegel. For now, the SNB is still expected to cut its policy rate once again in December. The odds of a 25 bps rate cut right now are ~72% with the remainder tied to a 50 bps move.
This article was written by Justin Low at www.forexlive.com.
