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Switzerland's central bank held rates at 0% in Sept. 2025, citing U.S. tariffs as a threat to growth, while lowering 2026 forecast to under 1%.
Switzerland’s central bank held its key interest rate at 0% in September 2025, ending six consecutive cuts, citing rising U.S. tariffs—particularly a 39% duty on Swiss imports—as a major threat to exports, investment, and growth.
The SNB revised its 2026 growth forecast to just under 1%, down from earlier expectations, while inflation rose slightly to 0.2% in August, with projections of 0.5% in 2026 and 0.7% in 2027.
The bank emphasized its commitment to price stability, signaled potential future cuts if deflation risks grow, and reaffirmed its readiness to intervene in foreign exchange markets to weaken the strong Swiss franc.
The decision follows similar moves by the European Central Bank, while the U.S. Federal Reserve recently cut rates.
El banco central suizo mantuvo las tasas en 0% en septiembre de 2025, citando los aranceles estadounidenses como una amenaza para el crecimiento, mientras que redujo el pronóstico de 2026 a menos del 1%.