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Swiss National Bank keeps interest rate at zero

The Swiss National Bank held its key interest rate at zero today, the lowest among major central banks, as it warned that US President Donald Trump's tariffs had dimmed the outlook for the Swiss economy going into 2026.
Business • 19 hrs

Swiss National Bank cuts interest rates to zero

The Swiss National Bank cut its interest rate to zero today in response to falling inflation, appreciation pressure on the Swiss franc and economic uncertainty caused by the US administration's unpredictable trade policy.
Business • 19 Jun

Swiss cut rates again over global economic 'uncertainty'

Switzerland's central bank cut its key interest rate by a quarter percentage point to 0.25% today, citing "high uncertainty" in the global economy.
Business • 20 Mar

Swiss National Bank's biggest rate cut in nearly a decade

The Swiss National Bank has today cut its interest rate by 50 basis points, the biggest reduction in almost 10 years as it sought to stay ahead of expected cuts by other central banks and cap the rise of the Swiss franc.
Business • 12 Dec 24

Swiss National Bank increases interest rates by 0.5%

The Swiss National Bank raised its policy interest rate by 50 basis points today - the central bank's third hike this year as it stepped up its campaign to dampen inflation.
Business • 15 Dec 22

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