Last updated: Nov 5, 2025, 11:59 PM UTC
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Local Purchasing Power
$1.23 ≈
- 1.2 packs of gum in NYC 🍬
- 0.3 cups of coffee in NYC ☕
- 0.2 pints of beer in NYC 🍺
30-Day Trend
CHF to USD is 1.37% weaker than 30 days ago
7-Day Trend
Exchange rate movement over the past week
Understanding CHF to USD Exchange Rates
The Swiss Franc (CHF) is widely considered one of the world's strongest safe-haven currencies, backed by Switzerland's political neutrality, stable banking system, and strong economy. CHF/USD exchange rates are heavily influenced by global risk sentiment, Swiss National Bank (SNB) intervention policies, interest rate differentials, and US Federal Reserve monetary policy. During times of global economic uncertainty or market volatility, investors often flock to the franc, causing it to strengthen against the dollar, while the SNB sometimes intervenes to prevent excessive appreciation that could harm Swiss exports.