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Carry Traders Pivot to Swiss Franc After Yen Volatility Spikes

Wednesday, August 19, 2026


Carry traders are shifting to the Swiss franc as a funding source due to intervention threats and rising interest rates affecting the yen. The Swiss franc is being chosen as an alternative for borrowing in foreign exchange trading strategies. This shift reflects changes in currency market conditions and interest rate expectations across major economies.

Original reporting: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-08-19/carry-traders-pivot-to-swiss-franc-after-yen-volatility-spikes

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