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Swiss National Bank hikes interest rate

Note: This section contains information in English only.
Source: Dukascopy Bank SA


The Swiss National Bank has hiked the CHF base interest rate from 0.50% up to 1.00%. The event has caused a decline of the Swiss Franc's value.

The USD/CHF surged 45 base points or 0.48% on the event and remains near the 0.9300 mark.

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