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Carry Traders Pivot to Swiss Franc After Yen Volatility Spikes
Carry traders are increasingly turning to the Swiss franc for funding sources in the near term. This strategic shift is motivated by factors that diminish the appeal of borrowing against the yen, such as heightened volatility and the threat of intervention or higher interest rates.
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