USDCHF price on Sep 25 at 5:00 PM EDT
Short Answer
The USDCHF is expected to settle above 0.803 at 5:00 PM EDT on September 25, 2026, supported by the Federal Reserve's hawkish rate hike, the anticipated Swiss National Bank policy hold, and current spot prices centering well above this threshold; the market prices the outcome at 97.0%.
1. Market Behavior & Drivers
The market's sharp decline from a 77.0% to 7.0% probability was driven by reports of Swiss Franc weakness on September 23. This weakening pushed the USD/CHF exchange rate towards 0.8250. As the contract resolves based on a price at or below 0.8010, the move away from this level significantly reduced the perceived chance of a YES outcome. Market participants are reportedly awaiting a decision from the Swiss National Bank.
The preceding spike to 77.0% on September 22 does not coincide with any specific development mentioned in the provided information. The current market price of 7.0% is consistent with analyst estimates that place the central forecast for USD/CHF near 0.823–0.824, substantially above the contract's strike price. Total volume for the period was 412 contracts.
- USDCHF likely remains above 0.801, driven by Federal Reserve hawkishness.
- Price is expected above 0.803, supported by anticipated SNB policy hold.
- Near-term estimates and spot prices center well above 0.805.
Who Wins and Why
| Outcome | Market | Model | Why |
|---|---|---|---|
| Above 0.827 | 7.0% | 52.0% | The USDCHF pair is expected to remain firm due to Fed's hawkish hike and anticipated SNB policy hold. |
| Above 0.821 | 26.0% | 68.0% | Current spot prices and estimates strongly indicate the price will be above 0.821. |
| Above 0.823 | 26.0% | 64.0% | The central estimate for the Sep 25 fixing is near 0.823–0.824, suggesting a likely price above 0.823. |
| Above 0.809 | 96.0% | 97.0% | The USDCHF pair is expected to remain firm due to recent Fed rate hikes and anticipated SNB policy. |
| Above 0.807 | 95.0% | 98.0% | The USDCHF pair is expected to remain firm due to recent Fed rate hikes and anticipated SNB policy. |
Current Context
The USD/CHF central estimate for September 25 is 0.823–0.824. The best evidence-based estimate for the September 25, 2026, 5:00 PM EDT USD/CHF price is approximately 0.820–0.826, with a central estimate near 0.823–0.824 [1][2][3][4][5]. This analytical range incorporates the USD/CHF spot rate, which was around 0.8220–0.8250 as of September 23 [3], UOB's near-term range of 0.8155–0.8255 [3], technical support/resistance levels, and prediction-market thresholds [4][5]. Prediction markets show threshold-based probabilities rather than a single point forecast: one platform lists 'Above 0.823' at 49% and 'Above 0.825' at 31% for the September 25, 2026, 5:00 PM EDT contract, while another lists an 'Above 0.831' contract for the same fixing [4][5]. These odds are time-sensitive [4]. The SNB policy rate stands at 0.00% [6], with market commentary expecting no change at the September 24 meeting [7]. Weak underlying Swiss inflation, falling oil prices, and safe-haven CHF demand are noted, with the SNB's conditional inflation forecast cited as a potentially important signal [8][7][9].
Bullish USD factors and mixed technicals drive USD/CHF. The bullish case for USD centers on the Federal Reserve's September 16, 2026, 25 basis point hike, raising the federal funds rate to 3.75%–4.00% [2][3][10]. Fed projections indicate a median federal-funds rate of 4.1% at year-end 2026 and 2027, with Chairman Warsh's transcript citing upside inflation risks [11][12][13]. This, combined with a wide US-Swiss rate differential, supports upside risk into September 25, targeting 0.8300–0.8350 [2][3][10]. Technical signals are mixed; LiteFinance's September 18–25 scenario favors longs above 0.8171 toward 0.8400–0.8588 but warns of a break below 0.8171 targeting 0.7950–0.7755 [1]. Tickmill on September 23 identified 0.8162 as pivot support and 0.8236 as first resistance [14]. UOB's near-term view caps upside near 0.8255 [3]. A scenario estimate suggests a central case of 0.78–0.80, with upside risk toward 0.81–0.82 if U.S. yields/inflation expectations dominate, and downside risk toward 0.76–0.78 if safe-haven CHF demand or risk aversion prevails [15][11][13][16]. Elevated USD/CHF event risk is supported by increased hedging demand driven by oil-price and inflation uncertainty ahead of the FOMC [17].
A definitive 5:00 PM EDT fixing price for September 25 is not yet available. As of September 23, a confirmed USD/CHF fixing for Friday, September 25, 2026, at 5:00 PM EDT is not available [15]. The Federal Reserve H.10 series provides a daily reference-rate series, not an intraday 5:00 PM quote [15][18]. Cboe provides spot trade files with transaction timestamps, prices, and quantities in U.S. Eastern time, which are the most directly relevant resolution data [16][19]. The 5:00 PM EDT observation should be defined as the last eligible USD/CHF trade or quote at or near 17:00:00 ET, with a documented fallback procedure if no exact tick exists [16][19]. Nasdaq Data Link's GRFFH/GRFFD datasets include intraday/daily FX transactions, but the retrieved pages do not expose a current September 23, 2026, USD/CHF price or a forward price [20][21]. Routine Federal Reserve releases on September 25 include CP at 1:00 PM and H.15 at 4:15 PM; no major Fed decision is scheduled at 5:00 PM [22][23][24]. SEC-filed USD/CHF structured-product documents illustrate that issuers resolve valuation using a specified exchange rate and may postpone or calculate in good faith during market disruption [25][26][27].
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2. Price Chart
Historical Price (Probability)
Outcome probability
Date
3. Significant Price Movements
Notable price changes detected in the chart, along with research into what caused each movement.
Outcome: Above 0.819
📉 September 23, 2026: 20.0pp drop
Price decreased from 38.0% to 18.0%
What happened: No social media activity was identified as a primary or contributing driver for the 20.0 percentage point drop in the prediction market for USD/CHF being "Above 0.819" on September 23, 2026, with sources indicating no verified social-media catalyst [1]. The primary driver appears to be an adjustment to macroeconomic factors, specifically improved risk appetite tied to possible US-Iran talks, which reportedly led to a rally in the Swiss Franc on September 22, 2026 [2]. This strengthened the CHF, causing USD/CHF to fall towards technical support levels around 0.819 on September 23, 2026 [3]. Social media was irrelevant to this price movement.
Outcome: Above 0.817
📉 September 22, 2026: 74.0pp drop
Price decreased from 78.0% to 4.0%
What happened: The primary driver of the prediction market price movement on September 22, 2026, was an improved risk appetite in traditional financial markets [4][2]. Hopes for renewed US-Iran negotiations and an Iranian proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz pressured oil prices lower, reducing demand for the safe-haven US dollar [4][2]. This coincided with a decline in USD/CHF, making the "Above 0.817" outcome for September 25 less probable [4][2][5]. The Swiss National Bank's reported preparedness to intervene against excessive CHF appreciation also played a role in the day's currency dynamics [4][2]. Social media activity was irrelevant to this movement, as no related posts or narratives were identified in the research.
Outcome: Above 0.823
📈 September 21, 2026: 47.0pp spike
Price increased from 40.0% to 87.0%
What happened: The primary driver of the USDCHF prediction market price movement on September 21, 2026, was a hawkish repricing of Federal Reserve policy, leading to a widening US-Swiss interest rate differential [6]. The Federal Reserve had raised rates by 25 basis points to 3.75%–4.00%, increasing the implied probability of another October hike and supporting carry trades [6]. Additionally, the upcoming Swiss National Bank decision on September 24, 2026, was a key near-term catalyst, with analysts expecting the SNB to maintain its 0% policy rate, reinforcing monetary divergence [7]. Social media was irrelevant to this movement, as the research found no specific posts or viral narratives that caused or contributed to the price spike [6].
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4. Market Data
Contract Snapshot
A YES resolution occurs if the USDCHF price is above 0.825 at the resolution time, while a NO resolution occurs if the price is 0.825 or less. The market resolves based on the USDCHF price observed on September 25 at 5:00 PM EDT. The maximum payout is listed for September 25, 2026, and no other special settlement conditions are specified in the provided content.
Available Contracts
Market options and current pricing
| Outcome bucket | Yes (price) | No (price) | Last trade probability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Above 0.803 | $1.00 | $0.17 | 97% |
| Above 0.811 | $1.00 | $0.95 | 97% |
| Above 0.801 | $1.00 | $0.07 | 96% |
| Above 0.809 | $1.00 | $0.12 | 96% |
| Above 0.807 | $1.00 | $0.49 | 95% |
| Above 0.805 | $1.00 | $0.14 | 86% |
| Above 0.831 | $0.05 | $0.99 | 61% |
| Above 0.829 | $0.99 | $0.78 | 59% |
| Above 0.813 | $0.98 | $0.96 | 47% |
| Above 0.815 | $0.98 | $0.96 | 38% |
| Above 0.817 | $0.72 | $0.96 | 38% |
| Above 0.821 | $0.67 | $0.88 | 26% |
| Above 0.823 | $0.98 | $0.81 | 26% |
| Above 0.819 | $0.80 | $0.82 | 18% |
| Above 0.825 | $0.57 | $0.71 | 10% |
| Above 0.827 | $0.41 | $0.95 | 7% |
| Above 0.835 | $0.05 | $0.99 | 1% |
| Above 0.833 | $0.05 | $0.99 | 0% |
| Above 0.837 | $0.03 | $1.00 | 0% |
| Above 0.839 | $0.03 | $1.00 | 0% |
Market Discussion
As of September 23, the USD/CHF pair traded near 0.8220 amid four daily declines, with market sentiment largely USD-supportive due to expectations of a Federal Reserve rate hike against a widely anticipated Swiss National Bank hold at 0% [1][2]. Forecasts for September 25 range from UOB's expected 0.8155–0.8255 range to more bullish technical targets around 0.8236–0.8270, with some outlooks projecting upside toward 0.8350 or higher if key levels hold [1][2][3][4][5][6][7][8]; prediction market odds with September 25 metadata show an 86% probability for the price being Above 0.825 and 49% Above 0.823 [9].
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5. Trust Index
“KXUSDCHFAW 26SEP25 0.8,150” made a sharp jump with almost no trading behind it.
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Trade quality20% of score54Caution
Trust score73Good
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6. What potential policy announcements from the Swiss National Bank's September 24 meeting could significantly impact the USD/CHF rate before the September 25 fixing?
| SNB Meeting Date | September 24 [1][2][3][4][5] |
|---|---|
| Expected Rate Decision Probability | 99% for no change (hold at 0%) [1][2][3][6][7] |
| June 2026 Inflation Forecast | 0.6% [1][2][3][6][7] |
The most significant potential policy announcements from the Swiss National Bank's (SNB) September 24 meeting are the updated conditional inflation forecast and the wording on foreign-exchange intervention [1][2][3][6][7]. Analysts anticipate a modest near-term upward revision to the conditional inflation forecast from the June profile, which showed 0.6% average inflation in 2026, 0.6% in 2027, and 0.7% in 2028, with little expected change medium-term [1][2][3][6][7]. A larger-than-expected upward revision would be CHF-positive, while a benign or downward revision would be CHF-negative [1][2][3][6][7]. The wording on foreign-exchange intervention presents a key binary risk: retaining or strengthening June language, which indicated an increased willingness to intervene against rapid CHF appreciation, would signal lower tolerance for franc strength and support USD/CHF [1][2][7]. Conversely, softening or dropping this language could allow CHF appreciation, lowering USD/CHF [1][2][7].
The SNB is widely expected to hold its policy rate at 0% with high probability [1][2][3][6][7]. The base case for the September 24, 2026 SNB meeting is a hold at 0%, with market pricing reportedly assigning approximately 99% probability to no change, suggesting limited USD/CHF impact if the rate is unchanged [1][2][3][6][7]. However, a surprise rate cut, renewed negative-rate signaling, or explicit guidance for rates to remain at 0% longer would be considered dovish and would likely lift USD/CHF [1][2][3][6]. Conversely, a surprise hike or clear preparation for an earlier hike would be hawkish and likely lower USD/CHF, although these outcomes are considered low probability [1][2][3][6]. The SNB's decision is scheduled for September 24, arriving well before the prediction market's September 25 fixing, meaning both the initial announcement and subsequent repricing are relevant for the USD/CHF rate [1][2][3][4][5].
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7. How do the stated monetary policy objectives of the U.S. Federal Reserve and the Swiss National Bank compare in the run-up to late September 2026?
| Fed Policy Rate Target (Sept 2026) | 3.75%–4.00% [1][2] |
|---|---|
| SNB Policy Rate (Sept 2026) | 0% [3][4] |
| Fed Longer-Run Inflation Target | 2% annual PCE inflation [5][6] |
The U.S. Federal Reserve and Swiss National Bank followed differing monetary paths leading up to late September 2026, driven by distinct policy objectives. The Federal Reserve (Fed) operates under a dual mandate aiming for maximum employment and price stability, actively tightening policy to combat high inflation. In contrast, the Swiss National Bank (SNB) prioritizes price stability within an explicit inflation target range, maintaining a lower policy rate while also considering the impact of exchange rate movements [7][1].
The Fed tightened policy to combat elevated inflation toward its 2% goal, as evidenced by its actions as of September 16, 2026. The Fed increased its target federal-funds range by 25 basis points, setting it at 3.75%–4.00% [1][2]. The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) noted that inflation remained high, necessitating a return to its 2% Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) inflation target, which guides its longer-run framework for price stability and maximum employment [1][5][6][2]. Median projections from the FOMC anticipated PCE inflation to be 3.7% in 2026 and 2.3% in 2027 [1][2][8]. The Fed’s mandate specifically focuses on domestic employment and prices [9].
The SNB maintained low rates, targeting price stability with exchange-rate tools. Its mandate is narrower, focusing on ensuring price stability while taking economic developments into account [7]. The SNB defines price stability as medium-term annual inflation between 0% and 2% [7]. Before September 23, 2026, the SNB kept its policy rate at 0% and projected average inflation around 0.6% for 2026 and 2027, and 0.7% for 2028 [3][4]. The SNB also indicated a greater willingness to intervene against rapid and excessive appreciation of the Swiss franc to safeguard price stability, which influences the interpretation of the USDCHF exchange rate beyond simple rate differentials [3][4][9].
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8. What is the consensus forecast for the USD/CHF exchange rate through Q3 2026 according to major financial institutions like UOB and other market analysts?
| Q3/End-September 2026 USD/CHF Estimate | 0.80–0.81 [1][2][3][4] |
|---|---|
| Prediction Market Sept 25, 2026 USD/CHF | 0.815–0.825, centered near 0.82 [1][5][6] |
| December 2026 Median USD/CHF Target | 0.78 [3] |
Consensus forecasts project the USD/CHF exchange rate largely range-bound through Q3 2026. The general consensus for the USD/CHF exchange rate through Q3 2026 is anticipated to trade within a range near 0.80–0.82, with a central estimate for Q3/end-September around 0.80–0.81. A modest downside bias is expected thereafter, potentially reaching approximately 0.78 by year-end [1][2][3][4]. For the prediction market resolving on September 25, 2026, the base-case USD/CHF range is projected at 0.815–0.825, centered near 0.82, with identified potential for upside toward 0.83 and downside toward 0.81 [1][5][6]. Several major financial institutions forecast a stronger Swiss franc in the medium term; UOB anticipates a downside toward 0.8190 in the short term, followed by a decline to 0.79 in later periods [1][7], while TD Economics projects 0.80 for Q3 2026 [2]. MUFG and UBS both target 0.78 for Q4 2026 [3][8][9], aligning with a compilation of 20 institutions that reports a December 2026 median target of 0.78 [3][4].
Despite a bearish medium-term outlook, near-term factors currently support the U.S. Dollar. As of September 23, 2026, the immediate market environment is supportive of the dollar due to a hawkish stance from the Federal Reserve and market expectations of a potential further rate hike, contrasting with the Swiss National Bank's anticipated hold at 0% [10][11]. This dynamic introduces an upside risk to the prevailing bearish sentiment for USD/CHF [10][11]. Technical analysts offer divergent views, with some identifying bullish targets toward 0.8400–0.8588 and others pointing to potential support levels [12][13][14]. The forecast remains uncertain, a sentiment underscored by UOB's softer tactical view clashing with the hawkish Fed narrative, significantly lower institutional year-end forecasts, and the split among technical analysis targets [1][10][3][12]. Key risks to the forecast include Federal Reserve policy repricing, signals regarding SNB policy or intervention, shifts in safe-haven demand, and a breach of UOB-identified support levels at 0.8155–0.8185 [1][10][3][12].
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9. Which official data source, between options like the Federal Reserve H.10 series and Cboe spot files, will provide the definitive USD/CHF price for the 5:00 PM EDT fixing on September 25?
| H.10 Series Publication Frequency | Weekly, covering prior business week [1][2][3] |
|---|---|
| H.10 Series Rate Type | Noon buying rate in New York City [2][4][5][3] |
| LSEG/WM Reuters New York Benchmark Time | 5:00 p.m. New York time [6] |
The Federal Reserve H.10 series cannot provide a definitive USD/CHF fixing. This series is unsuitable for determining the definitive USD/CHF price at 5:00 PM EDT on September 25, 2026, because it publishes noon New York buying rates weekly, covering the prior business week [1][2][3]. Specifically, the H.10/FRED series DEXSZUS is defined as a noon buying rate in New York City, and its weekly update schedule prevents it from providing a definitive 5:00 PM EDT fixing [2][4][5][3].
Cboe FX data offers market observations but lacks official benchmark status. While Cboe FX historical spot files can provide auditable market observations around 5:00 PM Eastern, they represent Cboe-market observations rather than an official universal FX fixing [7][8][9][10]. Furthermore, the 'Cboe spot price' is ambiguous without a contract specifying whether it refers to trade, bid, ask, midpoint, or a snapshot, as Cboe files utilize separate products with varying semantics [7][8][9]. The EBS FX Benchmark, for instance, has a 16:00 ET New York fixing, which does not align with the required 17:00 ET timeframe [11].
LSEG/WM Reuters offers a suitable 5:00 PM New York benchmark. For a prediction market explicitly asking for a USD/CHF rate at 5:00 PM EDT, the decisive source should be outlined in the resolution rules or specify a named 5:00 PM New York benchmark [12][6]. The LSEG/WM Reuters benchmark methodology, for example, includes a New York intraday benchmark produced at 5:00 p.m. New York time, which is distinct from both H.10 and generic Cboe spot data [6]. If a prediction market contract does not name a benchmark, the most reproducible fallback would be a specified Cboe USD/CHF trade or midpoint at 17:00:00 Eastern, with advance clarification on rounding and bid/ask rules [12][6].
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10. Which key technical support and resistance levels are analysts at firms like Tickmill and LiteFinance watching for USD/CHF ahead of the September 25 settlement?
| Primary Support Zone | 0.8162–0.8171 [1][2][3][4] |
|---|---|
| Primary Resistance Zone | 0.8236–0.8258 [1][2][5][3][6][4] |
| UOB One-to-Three-Week Range | 0.8155–0.8255 [5][4] |
Analysts closely watch key support and resistance levels for USD/CHF. Ahead of the September 25 settlement, a primary support zone is identified between 0.8162 and 0.8171, while a primary resistance zone extends from 0.8236 to 0.8258 [1][2][3][4]. The broader near-term ceiling is observed between 0.8255 and 0.8265, with the next significant breakout barrier positioned at 0.8300 [1][2][5][3][6][4]. Analyst consensus on the directional outlook is not uniform; while some anticipate a potential bullish bounce, others hold conditional bullish stances or observe momentum fading within a defined range [1][2][5][4][6].
Various firms identify specific support levels for USD/CHF ahead of the settlement. Tickmill highlights 0.8162 as a crucial pivot and support, aligning with a 50% Fibonacci retracement, suggesting that a break below this point could expose 0.8117 [1]. LiteFinance considers 0.8171 to be a critical level, recommending long positions with a stop below 0.8135 [2]. Complementary analysis from IC indicates 0.8170 as pivot support and 0.8120 as the first support level [3]. Additionally, UOB notes strong support at 0.8185, alongside further technical supports around 0.8200 and various Simple Moving Averages extending down to 0.7941 [5].
Resistance levels and directional biases show varied analyst perspectives for USD/CHF. Tickmill projects that a bounce from 0.8162 could target 0.8236 [1]. LiteFinance suggests a short-selling opportunity if USD/CHF fails to reclaim 0.8255 [6], while IC identifies 0.8258 as the first resistance point [3]. UOB-based analysis places near-term resistance at 0.8300 and then 0.8400, reporting their one-to-three-week range as 0.8155 to 0.8255 [5][4]. While Tickmill and IC lean towards a potential bullish bounce, LiteFinance's bullish outlook is conditional, and UOB perceives momentum fading within the established range [1][2][5][4][6].
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- 6Swiss Franc Stages Comeback. Forecast as of 21.09.2026 | LiteFinancelitefinance.org
11. What Could Change the Odds
Key Catalysts
The Swiss National Bank's (SNB) September 24, 2026 quarterly assessment was the primary immediate catalyst; consensus anticipated a 0% policy-rate hold, though the SNB's statement, inflation forecast, or comments on franc strength/intervention could materially affect CHF [1][2][3]. This follows the September 15–16, 2026 FOMC meeting, where the Federal Reserve raised its federal-funds target range by 25 basis points to 3.75%–4.00%, establishing a significant US–Swiss rate differential if the SNB maintains a 0% rate [4][5]. Chair Warsh's September 16 communication on upside inflation risks and sustained policy-rate projections was interpreted as potentially USD-supportive [6].
Scheduled US economic releases on Friday, September 25, included Durable Goods Orders at 8:30 AM ET and Michigan Consumer Sentiment at 10:00 AM ET [7][8]. The USD/CHF pair would also remain sensitive to post-SNB positioning and any central-bank speakers [9]. The near-term bullish case for USD/CHF relies on continued Fed hawkishness, further expected US tightening, and carry demand [10][11]. Conversely, a bearish USD/CHF scenario could emerge from a dovish Fed repricing, softer US data or Treasury yields, risk-off safe-haven demand for CHF, or a firmer-than-expected SNB message [11][1][2]. Falling oil and easing external inflation pressures were also cited as factors reducing pressure against CHF [11][1][2].
Key Dates & Catalysts
- Expiration: October 02, 2026
- Closes: September 25, 2026
Sources (11)
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- 4Federal Reserve issues FOMC statementfederalreserve.gov
- 5The Fed - September 15-16, 2026 FOMC Meetingfederalreserve.gov
- 6Transcript of Chairman Warsh’s Press Conference, September 16, 2026federalreserve.gov
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- 8Forex Economic Calendar for September 25, 2026forex.tradingcharts.com
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- 10Swiss Franc weakens as US Dollar rises on hawkish Fed sentiment — Elev8ms.elev8trading.now
- 11Swiss Franc gains as US Dollar declines on increased risk appetitetmgm.com
13. Historical Resolutions
Historical Resolutions: 20 markets in this series
Outcomes: 3 resolved YES, 17 resolved NO
Recent resolutions:
- KXUSDCHFAW-26SEP18-0.8550: NO (Sep 18, 2026)
- KXUSDCHFAW-26SEP18-0.8530: NO (Sep 18, 2026)
- KXUSDCHFAW-26SEP18-0.8510: NO (Sep 18, 2026)
- KXUSDCHFAW-26SEP18-0.8490: NO (Sep 18, 2026)
- KXUSDCHFAW-26SEP18-0.8470: NO (Sep 18, 2026)
