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No change of the indicator value may reduce the volatility of the related markets.

6 November
European Union. CPI (MoM). The value of the indicator remained at the same level of 0.6%

No change of the indicator value may reduce the volatility of the related markets.

16 April
European Union. Current Account. The value of the indicator has decreased from 35.4B to 34.3B

A decrease of the indicator value may contribute to the fall in quotes of EUR.

16 April
Eurozone banks tighten access to corporate loans — ECB survey

The European Central Bank’s (ECB) survey showed that eurozone’s lenders curbed companies’ access to credit last quarter. In addition, the standards are expected to be tightened further due to increasing economic risks.

16 April
Eurozone banks tighten access to corporate loans — ECB survey
Bloomberg columnist says Europe needs more decisive ECB monetary action

According to Bloomberg columnist Marcus Ashworth, at the upcoming meeting on Thursday, the ECB should not be influenced by global trade disputes and volatility in international markets. The financial regulator will cut its deposit rate by a quarter percent to 2.25%, the expert says.

16 April
Bloomberg columnist says Europe needs more decisive ECB monetary action
Strong euro poses risks to eurozone economy — Reuters

The euro's continued strength is raising concerns about potential damage to the eurozone economy, particularly amid escalating global trade tensions and currency conflict risks. The appreciating single currency may undermine both the region's economic recovery and inflation targets.

15 April
Strong euro poses risks to eurozone economy — Reuters
European Union. Reserve Assets Total. The value of the indicator has increased from 1477.77B to 1510.27B

An increase of the indicator value may contribute to the rise in quotes of EUR.

15 April
Germany shifts economic strategy to boost domestic demand amid global trade volatility — Reuters

Germany’s economy is on track for its third consecutive year of contraction. According to Reuters analysts, this downturn stems partly from Germans prioritizing savings over spending amid global trade instability.

15 April
Germany shifts economic strategy to boost domestic demand amid global trade volatility — Reuters
US tariffs will prompt ECB to cut rate this week — Bloomberg

The increase in US import duties will lead to a more pronounced slowdown in inflation in the eurozone than previously forecasted, Bloomberg reports, citing its own research. According to experts surveyed by the agency, this strengthens the likelihood that the ECB will cut interest rates this week.

15 April
US tariffs will prompt ECB to cut rate this week — Bloomberg
Euro becomes alternative safe-haven asset

The euro is experiencing its most rapid growth in 15 years, and momentum doesn’t appear to be slowing. Traders anticipate further gains, with some suggesting the currency could reach $1.20, prompting strategists to revise their forecasts.

14 April
Euro becomes alternative safe-haven asset
ECB may abandon pause in rate cuts amid escalating trade tensions

Uncertainty over US President Donald Trump's potential tariffs is overshadowing the European Central Bank's (ECB) decision on the future course of monetary policy this week. Since June 2024, the ECB has cut rates five times, signaling a potential pause in reducing borrowing costs.

14 April
ECB may abandon pause in rate cuts amid escalating trade tensions

The European currency is one of the world's major monetary units. It has a crucial role to play in the global economy. Market participants constantly need to identify trends and forecast fluctuations in the euro exchange rate in order to make reasonable trading decisions.

Key drivers of the euro are the following:

  • Macroeconomic indicators such as consumer price indices (CPI), estimates of gross domestic product (GDP), and central bank decisions;
  • Political variables such as geopolitical stability and government policies.

Market manipulation by large investors has a significant impact on the exchange rate of the European currency. Their actions can both stabilize and greatly shake the money market. These may include:

  • large injections or withdrawals of currency from the market;
  • change in the general mood among investors, which often depends on economic and political conditions.

Investment activity monitoring can help to understand and predict trends in the movement of the European currency rates.

Forecasting the value of the euro is a challenging task. There are many reasons for this, including geopolitical and economic risks that make foreign exchange markets particularly susceptible to change. Minor political instability or financial crisis in certain countries may have a significant impact on the value of the European currency, emphasizing the need to carefully consider these factors when developing investment strategies.

Successful trading the Eurozone currency requires a comprehensive approach. Analyzing global political and economic circumstances, taking into account the influence of traders, and assessing risks are integral parts of the decision-making process for opening trading positions.