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Swiss Franc is currently the worst performer today, plummeting after SNB delivered a rate cut for the second consecutive meeting. In addition to the rate reduction, SNB lowered its inflation forecast across the board. Nevertheless, Franc’s selloff has been relatively restrained. Notably, SNB did not mention the recent sharp appreciation of the Franc in its […]

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