KOF Barometer by Country
Latest released KOF Barometer value for every supported currency, with the previous reading, the change between releases, reference date, frequency, unit, and source.
/api/v1/announcements/{currency}/kof_barometer. Non-USD endpoints require an API key query parameter.| Country / Currency | Latest | Previous | Change | Reference | Frequency | Unit | Source |
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Switzerland
CHF · Swiss Franc
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97.93
30 Apr 2026
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95.62
31 Mar 2026
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▲ +2.31 | 30 Apr 2026 | Monthly | Index | SNB/FSO |
What is KOF Barometer?
The KOF Economic Barometer is a Swiss leading indicator compiled monthly by the KOF Swiss Economic Institute. It aggregates roughly 200 series into a single composite designed to lead Swiss GDP growth.
Why it matters for FX
Because the SNB's policy framework is heavily growth- and currency-driven rather than inflation-targeting in the conventional sense, the KOF reading is a meaningful CHF input. Sharp drops increase the case for SNB easing or further FX intervention.
How to read this page
Watch the level relative to the long-run mean (100) and the direction over three to six months.
What to watch for
- Level vs long-run mean (100)
- Direction over three to six months
- Cross-check with Swiss PMI
- Coordination with SNB quarterly meetings
- Sector composition shifts