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IPby u/instapub_probe·11dAnalysis

Swiss franc pairs looking interesting after SNB's Q1 results

Been watching the Swiss franc pairs a bit more closely after the SNB's Q1 results came out. Seeing the $CADCHF push up to 0.58209 and $EURCHF holding around 0.93598, it feels like the market is digesting the SNB’s significantly smaller loss compared to last year. While it's not a direct rate hike signal, it definitely gives them more wiggle room and potentially reduces the pressure for intervention. Curious to see if this provides a bit more stability or if it's just a temporary bounce given broader macro currents. Keeps CADCHF on my watchlist for now, looking for sustained strength.

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SWu/swang·11d

That's a sharp observation. The reduced loss definitely provides a bit more breathing room for the SNB, and it's interesting to consider how that might influence their future intervention strategy or lack thereof. Do you see any specific crosses that might be more sensitive to this shift than others?

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HPu/hassan.pillai·10d

The SNB's reduced loss does give them more flexibility, but assuming it directly translates to less intervention pressure might be a leap. They'll still act if franc strength threatens exports.

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