Source: IMF COFERQ3 2025
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Swiss Franc
CHF Reserve Currency
0.20%Global Share
$26BTotal Amount
-0.02ppQoQ Change
The Swiss Franc, known for its stability and Switzerland's political neutrality, holds a small but notable share of global reserves. Its safe-haven status makes it valued despite Switzerland's relatively small economy.
Global Share
0.20%
▼ 0.02ppQuarter over Quarter
Amount (USD)
$26B
▲ 1.6%Year over Year
5-Year Trend
+0.00pp
GrowingShare change since 2020
Rank
#8
of 9 currenciesBy reserve share
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CHF Historical Trend
Share of global reserves, 2015-2025
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Top CHF Reserve Holders
| # | Country | Estimated Holdings | Share of CHF Reserves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 🇨🇳China | 25.0% | |
| 2 | 🇯🇵Japan | 20.0% | |
| 3 | 🇮🇳India | 14.6% | |
| 4 | 🇩🇪Germany | 12.3% | |
| 5 | 🇰🇷South Korea | 10.8% | |
| 6 | 🇸🇬Singapore | 9.2% |
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is the Swiss Franc held as a reserve despite its small share?
The Swiss Franc is valued for Switzerland's political neutrality, strong monetary policy, and safe-haven properties. Its 0.2% share reflects Switzerland's small economy rather than lack of demand.