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Swiss National Bank ready to take rates below zero to tackle low inflation

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Posted on May 6, 2025

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ZURICH (Reuters) -The Swiss National Bank is ready to intervene in the foreign currency markets and cut interest rates even below zero to prevent inflation falling below its price stability target,

Swiss National Bank Prepared to Lower Rates Below Zero for Inflation Control

ZURICH (Reuters) -The Swiss National Bank is ready to intervene in the foreign currency markets and cut interest rates even below zero to prevent inflation falling below its price stability target, Chairman Martin Schlegel said on Tuesday.

"No one likes these negative interest rates, obviously the Swiss National Bank doesn't like it," Schlegel told an event in Zurich.

"But if we have to do it, the negative interest rates, we're certainly prepared to do it again," he added.

(Reporting by John Revill, editing by Ariane Luthi)

Key Takeaways

  • Swiss National Bank may cut rates below zero.
  • Aim is to prevent inflation from dropping below target.
  • Chairman Martin Schlegel confirmed readiness for action.
  • Negative rates are not preferred but necessary if needed.
  • Foreign currency market intervention is also an option.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main topic?
The Swiss National Bank's readiness to cut interest rates below zero to control inflation.
Why might the Swiss National Bank cut rates?
To prevent inflation from dropping below its price stability target.
Who is Martin Schlegel?
Martin Schlegel is the Chairman of the Swiss National Bank.

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