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USD/CHF

US Dollar / Swiss Franc

Indicative rate
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THE TECHNICAL PICTURE

USD/CHF technicals

Oscillators and moving averages by timeframe.

Ratings change with the selected timeframe.

THE DAILY BRIEF

Franc today

Price observations & reported news

AUTOMATIC DAILY BRIEF Reference observation: November 6, 2026

USD/CHF rises 0.12% in the latest daily comparison

Between November 5, 2026 and November 6, 2026, the daily reference rate moved from 0.8179 to 0.8189 CHF per dollar. That represents a weaker franc against the dollar over this observation window.

Separately, fxstreet.com reported on November 6, 2026: Swiss Franc remains steady amid safe-haven demand

The report provides news context from its own publication time; it does not establish the cause of the reference-rate change above.

ECB reference rates via Frankfurter Rates checked: November 7, 2026, 04:38 UTCNews checked: November 7, 2026, 04:45 UTC

THE POLICY PICTURE

Swiss National Bank at a glance

Official SNB policy rate and assessment schedule, checked hourly.

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SNB policy rate0.00%

Source observation: November 6, 2026 · checked November 7, 2026, 04:38 UTC

Next scheduled assessmentDecember 10, 2026

09:30 Europe/Zurich · subject to changes

The assessment and news conference are separate scheduled releases.

Why it matters for USD/CHFFed vs. SNB

Changes in expected US and Swiss interest rates influence yield differentials and franc demand.

Official policy rate Official meeting calendar

Last successful calendar check: November 7, 2026, 04:38 UTC

PLAN THE WEEK AHEAD

USD/CHF weekly outlook

Conditional scenarios
RULES-BASED WEEKLY OUTLOOK November 2, 2026–November 6, 2026

USD/CHF closes below its 20-day average

The latest completed daily close is 0.8154, versus a 20-observation moving average of 0.8259. The prior completed week traded between 0.8194 and 0.8313. This describes observed price behaviour, not a prediction.

Range scenario

While price remains between 0.8182 and 0.8301, watch how it behaves around the weekly pivot at 0.8248.

Stronger dollar scenario

A sustained break above 0.8301 would favour the upside scenario. Returning below the pivot would weaken it.

Stronger franc scenario

A sustained break below 0.8182 would favour the downside scenario. Recovering above the pivot would weaken it.

Policy event to monitor: SNB’s next scheduled decision is December 10, 2026. A schedule does not predict the decision or the currency reaction.

Yahoo Finance daily OHLC Last successful check: November 7, 2026, 04:38 UTCLatest completed candle: November 6, 2026

Recalculates with source updates. Trend is above/below the 20-day average using a 0.1% neutral band. Pivot = (prior-week high + low + final close) ÷ 3; S1 = 2 × pivot − high; R1 = 2 × pivot − low. In-progress daily candles are excluded. These are conditional technical scenarios, not an editorial forecast or guaranteed targets.

WEEKLY SUPPORT · S10.8182

If USD/CHF breaks lower

A sustained move below the calculated weekly pivot support would point to a firmer franc. Watch whether the next daily observation confirms the move.

WEEKLY PIVOT · P0.8248

While the pair stays in range

Movement around the pivot suggests consolidation. Upcoming policy news and economic releases can help determine the next direction.

WEEKLY RESISTANCE · R10.8301

If USD/CHF breaks higher

A sustained move above the calculated weekly pivot resistance would point to a softer franc. Watch for follow-through rather than relying on one quote.

Based on completed daily OHLC candles from October 26, 2026–October 30, 2026 (5 sessions). Pivot calculations are derived indicators, not guaranteed turning points.

THE HEADLINES BEHIND THE MARKET

Latest USD/CHF news

All USD/CHF news

The latest dollar–franc headlines from our news feed. Impact labels describe the direction of USD/CHF, not the franc on its own.

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THE BIGGER PICTURE

What moves the Swiss franc?

Three forces worth keeping on your radar.

01 / MONETARY POLICY

The Fed vs. Swiss National Bank

Changes in US and Swiss interest-rate expectations can shift demand for dollars and francs. Watch inflation, policy decisions and central-bank guidance.

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02 / GLOBAL RISK

Safe-haven demand

Investors may seek Swiss francs during global uncertainty. Changes in risk appetite can reverse those flows, so the relationship is not constant.

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03 / TRADE & FX POLICY

Inflation, exports & intervention

A stronger franc can lower import costs while affecting export competitiveness. The SNB assesses exchange-rate conditions and may act in the currency market.

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A LITTLE MORE CLARITY

Your franc questions,
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What are Swiss francs?+

The Swiss franc, abbreviated CHF, is the currency of Switzerland and Liechtenstein. One franc is divided into 100 centimes or Rappen. On this page, USD/CHF shows how many Swiss francs one US dollar buys.

How much is 1 US dollar in Swiss francs?+

The rate card shows an indicative USD/CHF rate and its source timestamp. Enter an amount in the converter to calculate its equivalent in francs. Banks and transfer services may apply a spread and fees.

Is the Swiss franc getting stronger or weaker?+

A falling USD/CHF rate means the franc is strengthening against the dollar because fewer francs buy one dollar. A rising rate means the franc is weakening. The daily brief compares the latest two published daily reference observations.

Why is the Swiss franc moving today?+

Swiss franc news often centres on Swiss National Bank and Federal Reserve policy, inflation and global risk appetite. The headlines above provide reported context. A price change on its own does not establish which factor caused it.

How do I convert Swiss francs to US dollars?+

Divide the franc amount by the USD/CHF rate. To convert dollars into Swiss francs, multiply your dollar amount by the rate. Use the converter’s direction button to calculate either way.

Why is the Swiss franc considered a safe haven?+

Switzerland’s political stability, established institutions and financial markets can attract investors during uncertainty. Safe-haven demand is not guaranteed in every market shock, and the franc can fall as well as rise.

What is the USD/CHF forecast?+

The weekly outlook uses completed daily candles, a 20-day moving average and prior-week pivot levels to describe conditional scenarios. It updates with source data and does not guarantee future exchange rates.

How does the SNB affect the Swiss franc?+

The Swiss National Bank sets its policy rate to maintain price stability, taking economic developments into account. It can also intervene in the foreign exchange market. Policy expectations and the interest-rate gap with the US can affect USD/CHF.

About this page: exchange rates are indicative, not executable bank or broker quotes. The daily brief and weekly outlook update from source data using fixed rules. Policy rates, calendars, news and candles show their own dates and last successful checks. Market prices may differ between sources.