Convert Swiss Franc to US Dollar
CHF to USD Exchange Rate Calculator
1 Swiss Franc (CHF) = 1.2759 US Dollar (USD) at the live mid-market rate. That means $100 CHF converts to roughly 127.59 USD, and $1,000 CHF converts to about 1,275.90 USD. The CHF/USD rate refreshes every hour from Frankfurter, which sources data from the European Central Bank reference set. Enter any amount below to convert instantly — free, no sign-up.
90-day CHF/USD context
Over the past 90 days, CHF/USD has traded between 1.2500 and 1.2896. The current rate of 1.2759 sits roughly 65% through that range — in the middle of the recent range. Versus the rate 90 days ago, Swiss Franc has weakened by 0.52% against US Dollar.
CHF/USD Price History
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About Swiss Franc (CHF)
The Swiss Franc (CHF) is the official currency of Switzerland and Liechtenstein. Backed by Switzerland's political neutrality, current-account surplus, and AAA-rated government debt, it is the textbook safe-haven currency — the first destination for capital during crises.
- •Switzerland runs one of the world's largest current-account surpluses relative to GDP
- •Swiss National Bank (SNB) held the EUR/CHF floor at 1.20 from 2011 until abandoning it on 15 January 2015
- •SNB balance sheet assets exceeded 110% of Swiss GDP at peak — the largest relative to GDP of any G10 central bank
- •Swiss gold reserves rank among the highest per capita globally
- •Switzerland's referendum system means monetary policy can be constrained by public votes
About US Dollar (USD)
The United States Dollar (USD) is the world's primary reserve currency and the single most traded currency in global foreign exchange markets. Issued by the Federal Reserve System since 1913, it anchors the DXY (U.S. Dollar Index) and sits on one side of roughly 88% of all forex transactions.
- •Involved in ~88% of all daily forex turnover (BIS Triennial Survey)
- •Accounts for roughly 58% of allocated central bank reserves (IMF COFER)
- •Primary invoicing currency for global oil, metals, and most commodities
- •Dollar-denominated debt issued outside the US exceeds $13 trillion
- •The Federal Reserve sets the federal funds rate, which drives USD strength globally
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is the Swiss Franc a safe-haven currency?
Switzerland runs one of the world's largest current-account surpluses, maintains political neutrality, and has a strong rule of law with protected capital. During global crises, capital flows to CHF — which is why USD/CHF often falls sharply during risk-off episodes.
Does the SNB still intervene in CHF?
Yes, though less aggressively than during the 2011–2015 EUR/CHF floor era. The Swiss National Bank now intervenes discreetly via FX purchases and sometimes through rate policy. Watch sight-deposit data — rising SNB sight deposits signal fresh CHF-selling intervention.
What was the 2015 "Swiss Franc shock"?
On 15 January 2015, the SNB abandoned its EUR/CHF 1.20 floor without warning. EUR/CHF collapsed from 1.20 to 0.85 in minutes, bankrupting several brokers. USD/CHF fell over 15% in the same session. It remains one of the most dramatic G10 FX moves on record.
How does euro-area stress affect USD/CHF?
When the Eurozone has banking or fiscal stress, CHF strengthens sharply — which pushes USD/CHF lower even if the USD itself is firm against other currencies. Watch Italian or Greek yield spreads versus German Bunds as an early CHF signal.
Is CHF better for savings than EUR?
Historically yes — CHF has appreciated against EUR by over 40% since the euro launched in 1999. However, Swiss interest rates have been among the lowest in the world, so savers earn less nominal yield. The trade-off is stability versus carry.
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