https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/investors-set-sights-on-swiss-franc-for-popular-carry-trades-after-yen-interventionContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/investors-set-sights-on-swiss-franc-for-popular-carry-trades-after-yen-interventionhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/investors-set-sights-on-swiss-franc-for-popular-carry-trades-after-yen-intervention#u45447Thu, 20 Aug 2026 04:35:07 +0000Traders are increasingly using the Swiss franc as a funding currency for carry trades following intervention in the Japanese yen by the US and Japan. This shift positions the franc as a primary alternative for investors seeking low-interest currencies to fund higher-yielding assets. While some analysts suggest this trend could lead to a weaker Swiss franc, others indicate that strong growth might mitigate losses against the euro. The move reflects a broader realignment of currency strategies as the yen becomes a riskier vehicle for funding.Why it mattersA carry trade involves borrowing in a cu