Cash no longer king? Swiss National Bank begs to differ
The Swiss central bank sought on Monday to allay fears among citizens that bank notes could eventually be phased out as a result of global money-laundering rules or the rise of alternative payment systems.
Feb 27, 2017, 18:14 PM IST
Swiss central bank books record loss of 50 billion francs
The decision to scrap the limit sent the franc -- a refuge currency -- soaring in value against major currencies and unleashed turbulence on global markets.
Jul 31, 2015, 14:44 PM IST
Indian money in Swiss banks falls by over 10% to Rs 12,615 crore
This is the second lowest amount of funds held by Indians in the Swiss banks and follows an increase of over 40 percent in the previous year, 2013.
Jun 18, 2015, 16:48 PM IST
Money held by Indians in Swiss banks declines by 10.6% to Rs 12,615 crore
Money held by Indians in Swiss banks has declined by 10.6 percent to Rs 12,615 crore in 2014, as per the latest data released by the Swiss Central Bank.
Jun 18, 2015, 15:17 PM IST
Swiss economy shrinks 0.2% as exchange rate swing excoriates exports
Exports of goods fell by 2.3 percent as the Swiss franc jumped in value.
May 29, 2015, 15:15 PM IST
Swiss central bank posts massive loss on soaring franc
The Swiss central bank said Thursday it had posted loss of 30 billion francs in the first quarter due to a jump in the franc`s value which led to huge exchange rate-related losses.
Apr 30, 2015, 17:42 PM IST
Swiss central bank under scrutiny after franc shock
Six weeks after a fateful decision that blasted its currency skywards, Switzerland`s central bank is coming under intense scrutiny, with critics calling for changes to its insular policy practices and century-old ownership structure.
Feb 25, 2015, 23:26 PM IST
Swiss central bank defends franc move despite turbulence
Switzerland`s central bank on Saturday stood by its shock decision to let the franc soar, insisting the subsequent turbulence rocking global markets and the Swiss economy since the move would eventually subside.
Jan 17, 2015, 18:41 PM IST
Switzerland scraps euro rate cap, franc soars
The SNB had been defending the exchange rate floor since September 2011.
Jan 15, 2015, 23:25 PM IST
Gold price jumps to 4-month high on tumbling shares after SNB move
U.S. gold futures for delivery in February rose 1.4 percent to $1,252.30 an ounce.
Jan 15, 2015, 19:44 PM IST
Swiss central bank lowers growth outlook, holds key rate
The Swiss National Bank (SNB) maintained its target range for the franc`s three-month London interbank offered rate, known as the Libor rate, at between 0.0 and 0.25 percent.
Sep 18, 2014, 16:51 PM IST
