Cryptocurrency Q&A Is Swiss franc pegged to gold?

Is Swiss franc pegged to gold?

SeoulStyle SeoulStyle Tue Oct 29 2024 | 7 answers 1897
I'm wondering if the Swiss franc is pegged to gold. I've heard about currency pegs and want to know if this specific currency is tied to the value of gold in any way. Is Swiss franc pegged to gold?

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Tommaso Tommaso Thu Oct 31 2024
This means that the value of the Swiss franc is not directly tied to the value of gold.

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Thunderbolt Thunderbolt Thu Oct 31 2024
Instead, the Swiss National Bank (SNB) is responsible for managing the currency.

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KDramaLegendaryStarlightFestival KDramaLegendaryStarlightFestival Thu Oct 31 2024
The SNB has the authority to print any quantity of money it deems necessary.

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Carolina Carolina Thu Oct 31 2024
The Swiss Franc's backing is a topic of interest for many.

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Federico Federico Thu Oct 31 2024
Contrary to popular belief, the Swiss franc is not gold-backed.

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