CHF vs CNY
1 CHF = 8.040 CNY
ECB reference rate of 2026-10-29 (published business days ~16:00 CET) · Mid-market rate, bank spreads and fees not included
Quick Stats
Historical Comparison
CHF / CNY| Period | Then | Now | Change | Low | High | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Month | 8.045 2026-09-29 | 8.040 | -0.07% | 8.026 2026-10-28 | 8.119 2026-10-22 | |
| 3 Months | 8.251 2026-07-29 | 8.040 | -2.56% | 8.026 2026-10-28 | 8.415 2026-08-20 | |
| 6 Months | 8.661 2026-04-29 | 8.040 | -7.17% | 8.026 2026-10-28 | 8.743 2026-05-07 | |
| 1 Year | 8.904 2025-10-29 | 8.040 | -9.70% | 8.026 2026-10-28 | 9.054 2026-01-29 | |
| 3 Years | 8.119 2023-10-27 | 8.040 | -0.97% | 7.912 2024-05-24 | 9.072 2025-07-01 | |
| 5 Years | 7.020 2021-10-29 | 8.040 | +14.53% | 6.709 2022-06-15 | 9.072 2025-07-01 | |
| 10 Years | 6.822 2016-10-28 | 8.040 | +17.85% | 6.333 2018-05-11 | 9.072 2025-07-01 |
Then, Now, Low and High are daily ECB reference rates (one observation per business day, not intraday highs or lows); Then is the last business day on or before the start of the period. Trend lines plot daily (1 month), weekly (3 months–1 year) or monthly (3–10 years) observations, always keeping the first and last. Missing days are left out, not estimated. Source: European Central Bank via Frankfurter API
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is 1 CHF in CNY?
Based on the European Central Bank reference rate published on 2026-10-29, 1 CHF equals 8.040 CNY. This is a mid-market reference rate; bank buy/sell spreads and fees are not included.
What is the CHF to CNY exchange rate today?
The latest published ECB reference rate (2026-10-29) is 8.040 CNY per 1 CHF. The ECB publishes once per business day around 16:00 CET, so the rate does not change over weekends or holidays.
Where does CurrencyVersus get its CHF/CNY data?
CurrencyVersus sources all exchange rate data from the Frankfurter API, which provides European Central Bank (ECB) reference rates. The ECB publishes these once per business day, around 16:00 CET; they are not live market quotes. Gold and silver prices come separately from gold-api.com and update more often than the daily ECB reference rates.
Can I view historical CHF to CNY exchange rates?
Yes. CurrencyVersus provides historical CHF/CNY exchange rate data across 7 time periods: 1 month, 3 months, 6 months, 1 year, 3 years, 5 years, and 10 years.
About CHF / CNY
CHF — Swiss Franc
The Swiss Franc is the official currency of Switzerland and Liechtenstein. It has a long reputation for stability and is widely treated as a safe-haven asset during financial turmoil.
CNY — Chinese Yuan
The Chinese Yuan (also known as Renminbi) is the official currency of the People's Republic of China. It is used in international trade and was added to the IMF's SDR basket in 2016.
Key Factors Affecting CHF/CNY
CHF Drivers
- Swiss National Bank interventions and interest rates
- Global geopolitical uncertainty and safe-haven demand
- Swiss economic indicators and trade data
- EUR/CHF dynamics and European economic health
CNY Drivers
- PBoC monetary policy and daily fixing rate
- US-China trade relations and tariffs
- Chinese GDP growth and manufacturing data
- Capital flow controls and internationalization policies
💡 Did You Know? — CHF
Switzerland's banking secrecy laws, established in 1934, helped make the Swiss franc synonymous with financial stability and privacy.
💡 Did You Know? — CNY
The word 'yuan' literally means 'round' in Chinese, referring to the round shape of coins used in imperial China.
Economy Overview
Switzerland
Switzerland has a highly developed and stable economy, known for its banking sector, pharmaceuticals, and precision manufacturing. The Swiss National Bank (SNB) sets monetary policy and has at times intervened in currency markets to influence the franc's value.
China
China is one of the world's major economies and a major global exporter. The People's Bank of China (PBoC) manages the yuan through a managed float exchange rate system.
Editorial content last reviewed: 2026-10-22