Central Bank Decisions
Swiss National Bank Maintains Key Interest Rate at 0%
22 Sep 2026
The Swiss National Bank held its benchmark interest rate at 0%, diverging from the tightening cycles observed among other major central banks including the Federal Reserve, ECB, and Bank of Japan.
Why it matters
The decision highlights a distinct policy path for the Swiss Franc compared to its peers, potentially influencing carry trade dynamics and CHF valuation as global interest rate differentials widen.