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Data from FMP. Forecasts by Sigmanomics Forecast Engine.
SwitzerlandSwitzerland Foreign Exchange Reserves fell to 710.82B in May 2026
FMPMonthlyReleased June 2026
Switzerland Foreign Exchange Reserves fell to 710.82B in May 2026, released June 2026, down 4.99B from April's 715.81B reading. The reading matched the 710B consensus. Foreign Exchange Reserves has now declined for 3 consecutive months. Over the past 3 months, Foreign Exchange Reserves averaged 718.45B, vs 715.8B in the prior 3-month window. The reading is in the 20th percentile of the trailing 24-month range.
Latest Release
710.818
Actual
710
Consensus
715.812
Previous
Median Absolute Error
±81.13 billion
across last 11 releases
Last Call
Jun 2026
Predicted: 710
Actual: 710.82
Error: -0.82
Sigmacast Σ-direction model: consensus + ½ × mean(surprise, trailing 90d).
CORRELATED SYMBOLS— markets that historically move with this indicator
| Symbol | Direction | Correlation | Asset Class | Signal Bias | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHF/JPY | ▲ Direct | +0.64 | FOREX | Bullish CHF | → View |
| BTC/USD | ▼ Inverse | −0.59 | CRYPTO | Bearish BTC | → View |
| EUR/CHF | ▼ Inverse | −0.37 | FOREX | Bearish EUR | → View |
Correlation based on 12-month rolling window. Click any symbol to view its Sigmanomics forecast page.
THE RELEASE
Foreign Exchange Reserves (Switzerland) was reported at 710.82 billion in June 2026. This beat the market consensus of 710.00 billion by 0.82 billion. The reading fell from the previous value of 715.81 billion. Trailing 12-month context per ETL data through June 2026. Over the past 12 months, the indicator has averaged 717.43 billion, ranging from 710.03 billion to 727.39 billion across 9 releases.
WHY IT MATTERS
The trailing three releases averaged 710.94 billion, down from the prior three at 726.50 billion. Volatility over the past year (σ 6.69 billion) is lower than the prior year (σ 308,532.81 billion). In June readings over the past 3 years, Foreign Exchange Reserves has averaged 710.65 billion.
THE MODEL'S TAKE
Historically, this indicator is positively correlated with CHF/JPY (Bullish CHF). A secondary relationship exists with BTC/USD, negatively correlated (Bearish BTC). Over the last 11 releases, the Sigmacast model's median absolute error is 81.13 billion.
WHAT TO WATCH NEXT
The next release is scheduled for July 7, 2026. Same-country events in the next 14 days include Balance of Trade (Jun 18) and SNB Interest Rate Decision (Jun 18).
Auto-generated from current model state · Refreshes on each release · Last update June 2026.
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About Foreign Exchange Reserves — Switzerland
DEFINITION
Foreign Exchange Reserves refer to the amount of foreign currency held by a country's central bank. These reserves are used to maintain stability in the country's currency and to fulfill international payment obligations. They serve as a measure of a country's economic strength and ability to withstand external shocks. Foreign Exchange Reserves are an important financial indicator for investors and policymakers, providing insight into a country's monetary policy and its ability to manage its currency.
WHY THIS INDICATOR MATTERS
This release contributes to the broader macro picture used by cross-asset investors for positioning and risk management. The release is more useful as part of a longer-run signal than as a single-print catalyst. Released monthly.
WHAT CHANGED THIS MONTH
Latest reading (May 2026): actual 710,818 B, consensus 710 B. Prior reading (Apr 2026): 715.7 B. Before that (Mar 2026): 721.2 B.
WHAT'S NEXT
Sigmacast's 1-month forecast points to a materially higher reading versus the latest print, with the 3-month outlook reinforcing that direction. Both horizons are aligned bullish for this indicator, suggesting a consistent trend signal. Trend-driven dynamics are the primary tailwind in the current projection. This indicator correlates most strongly with CHF/JPY (Bullish CHF, r=0.64) — a useful reference for forex-focused traders.