About GBP/CHF
GBP/CHF is a cross where British economic momentum meets Swiss safe-haven stability. The pound side brings volatility from UK data, political headlines, and Bank of England policy. The franc side provides a safe-haven bid that activates during global risk-off episodes, putting downward pressure on the pair. The result is a pair that can trend strongly during UK-centric events but also experiences sharp risk-off reversals when global uncertainty spikes. Key events include BOE MPC votes and inflation reports, UK GDP, and SNB monetary policy assessments. Daily ranges average 70-110 pips. The pair is most active during the London session, with thin liquidity during Asian hours. Traders should be mindful of the SNB's history of currency intervention - though rare, sudden franc strength can produce extreme GBP/CHF moves.
Historical Rates - Last 7 Days
| Date | Close | Change |
|---|
| 2026-08-22 | 1.0849 | -1.32% |
| 2026-08-23 | 1.0908 | +0.54% |
| 2026-08-24 | 1.0931 | +0.21% |
| 2026-08-25 | 1.0937 | +0.05% |
| 2026-08-26 | 1.0941 | +0.04% |
| 2026-08-27 | 1.0943 | +0.02% |
| 2026-08-28 | 1.0934 | -0.09% |
See full price history on the historical rate lookup tool.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the pip value for GBP/CHF?
One standard lot (100,000 units) on GBP/CHF has a pip value of approximately $10.00. The minimum price increment (tick) is 0.00001. A pip is typically the fourth decimal place for this pair, meaning 1 pip = 0.0001 for most pairs.
What time is GBP/CHF most active?
GBP/CHF sees its highest trading volume during the London session. Cross pairs like this one see their best liquidity during the overlap of their two currency sessions. Outside of those windows, spreads may widen and order book depth can decrease.
What economic events affect GBP/CHF most?
The most impactful events for GBP/CHF come from the GBP and CHF economies. Bank of England MPC votes, UK CPI, and monthly GDP estimates are the pound's primary catalysts. UK political events and fiscal policy announcements can also produce sharp moves. The upcoming events section above lists the specific releases scheduled in the next two weeks.