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We expect SNB intervention to continue to buoy the franc

The appreciation in the Swiss franc this year has been largely at odds with moves in many of the factors which typically drive the currency. We believe this is mostly due to intervention from the Swiss National Bank (SNB) in foreign currency markets. Looking ahead, we think this intervention, along with worsening risk sentiment, will continue to support the franc this year.

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