The Swiss National Bank looks set to steer clear of negative interest rate territory, even as inflation continues its downward trend. Despite cooling price pressures, policymakers appear committed to keeping rates in positive ground—a stance that could ripple through global markets. This decision reflects a careful balancing act: acknowledging disinflation without sacrificing monetary credibility. For risk assets and digital currencies, SNB's rate trajectory matters more than many realize. Lower rates elsewhere typically fuel liquidity hunts, but Switzerland's divergence might signal a broader shift in how central banks navigate the post-inflation era. Worth monitoring how this plays out against Fed and ECB moves.
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BearMarketSage
· 9h ago
UBS is still sticking to its old playbook—holding onto positive interest rates even after inflation has come down. It's really hard to say how long this round of differentiated operations can last.
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DeFiDoctor
· 9h ago
The consultation records show that UBS's approach is quite interesting—insisting on maintaining positive interest rates even as inflation declines. The clinical manifestation is that liquidity is surging in Europe and the US, while over here, they are determined to hold their ground. The symptoms of capital outflow are obvious; on the DeFi side, we need to regularly review our position structures.
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MEVSandwichMaker
· 10h ago
Swissies really don't play the inflation game, but if that's the case, what are other central banks supposed to do...
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BrokeBeans
· 10h ago
UBS's move is quite interesting. Even with inflation trending down, they still want to maintain the real interest rate. It feels a bit like a contrarian move.
The Swiss National Bank looks set to steer clear of negative interest rate territory, even as inflation continues its downward trend. Despite cooling price pressures, policymakers appear committed to keeping rates in positive ground—a stance that could ripple through global markets. This decision reflects a careful balancing act: acknowledging disinflation without sacrificing monetary credibility. For risk assets and digital currencies, SNB's rate trajectory matters more than many realize. Lower rates elsewhere typically fuel liquidity hunts, but Switzerland's divergence might signal a broader shift in how central banks navigate the post-inflation era. Worth monitoring how this plays out against Fed and ECB moves.