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CHF to USD - Swiss Franc to US Dollar Converter

Convert Swiss Franc to US Dollar with daily ECB exchange rates

1 CHF = ~1.30 USD (rates vary)

Rates verified daily from ECB official reference rates•Source: European Central Bank (16:00 CET daily)•For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.

Quick Insight

CHF and USD frequently move with modest gaps around parity. For quick estimates, 100 CHF is roughly 100-110 USD depending on market conditions.

Use the mid-market rate as baseline, then add your provider's spread.

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Common CHF - USD Conversions

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Forex Market Hours

Sydney
22:00 - 07:00 UTC
Closed
Tokyo
00:00 - 09:00 UTC
Closed
London
08:00 - 17:00 UTC
Active
New York
13:00 - 22:00 UTC
Active

Most volatile: London-NY overlap (13:00-17:00 GMT). Best spreads during high liquidity hours.

Upcoming High Impact Events

US Non-Farm Payrolls
First Friday of month
High Impact
USD pairs
ECB Rate Decision
Every 6 weeks
Medium Impact
EUR pairs

These are typical recurring economic events. Actual dates, times, and market impacts may vary. This information is for general awareness only and should not be used as the sole basis for financial decisions. Always verify current schedules from official central bank sources.

Tips & Recommendations

  • 1Airport exchange bureaus often have higher markups (10-15%) compared to other options
  • 2ATMs with local bank cards typically offer rates closer to mid-market rates
  • 3Paying in local currency helps avoid dynamic currency conversion (DCC) fees
  • 4Notifying your bank before travel can help prevent unexpected card blocks

Frequently Asked Questions

Key drivers include US Federal Reserve and Swiss National Bank policies, inflation differentials, trade balances, capital flows, and global risk sentiment. Shifts in these areas can move spreads and demand for each currency.

Economic Context

Trading Relationship

Switzerland and the United States engage in broad trade in goods, services, and investments. CHF/USD swings influence pricing, supply chains, and cross-border financing. Tourism and the financial sector also feel shifts as risk appetite changes across countries.

Key Rate Factors

  • •Federal Reserve policy and dollar strength
  • •Swiss National Bank monetary policy
  • •US-Swiss trade balance and tariffs
  • •Inflation differentials between the US and Switzerland
  • •Global risk sentiment and safe-haven flows

Central Banks

Swiss National Bank
Zurich, Switzerland
Sets monetary policy to maintain price stability and currency stability in Switzerland.
Federal Reserve System
Washington, D.C., United States
US central bank. Controls interest rates and money supply to support employment and price stability.

Exchange rates fluctuate continuously. This converter provides indicative rates for informational purposes. For large transactions, consult with a licensed financial professional.

Rates sourced from European Central Bank reference rates. ECB Reference Rates