EUR in the spotlight: latest news

Last year showcased contrasting trends for both the Euro and the US Dollar. The first half of 2025 experienced a significant movement, while the second half indicated a period of stabilization. Analysts suggest that the EUR/USD exchange rate will remain a crucial factor in determining USD trends through 2026.

Activity in the foreign exchange market remained subdued on Thursday, with major currency pairs trading within established ranges. The US Dollar (USD) is experiencing near-term support as caution prevails among investors.

The EUR/USD currency pair has seen a slight decline as traders anticipate the upcoming Non-Farm Payroll (NFP) data on Friday. The pair is currently trading within a range of 1.15 to 1.18 as market participants evaluate the likelihood of a Federal Reserve rate cut in comparison to the European Central Bank's neutral position.

The Pound to Dollar (GBP/USD) exchange rate decreased on Thursday due to a cautious market sentiment that favored the US Dollar.

EUR/USD is experiencing increasing downside momentum, indicating a potential for a more significant near-term pullback as traders adjust their positions ahead of the crucial US Non-Farm Payroll (NFP) data in December.

Analysts anticipate that the European Central Bank will maintain its interest rates at their current levels through 2026, with a greater likelihood of rate cuts rather than increases in the first half of the year.

After reaching approximately 1.1750 early Tuesday, the EUR/USD pair experienced a significant reversal in the latter part of the day, ultimately closing lower.

The EUR/GBP pair is currently stabilizing at the 200-day EMA. A potential bounce may aim for a target range of 0.8725 to 0.8750. However, if the price breaks down, it could decline towards 0.86 and possibly lower.

The EUR/JPY currency pair has experienced a significant dip today, yet it remains above the key support level of 181.98, which was previously a resistance. The intraday bias remains neutral, with expectations for a further rally in the near future.

The British pound and the euro began to diverge at the start of the year, with the GBP to EUR exchange rate climbing to its highest point in 16 weeks, surpassing 1.15 as sterling gains momentum.

Euro zone inflation reached 2% in December, matching economists' forecasts and aligning with the European Central Bank's target. The euro and Stoxx 600 index responded positively to this news.

The US Dollar has declined below 98.50 as traders anticipate key data from ADP, ISM PMI, and NFP, which will influence Federal Reserve expectations and impact the near-term direction of GBP/USD and EUR/USD.

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The Pound to Dollar (GBP/USD) exchange rate fell on Wednesday, influenced by strong US services data that bolstered the US Dollar. Additionally, ongoing global risk concerns limited any potential gains for the currency pair.

The EUR/USD currency pair is currently experiencing a bearish trend, which seems to have found some support around the 1.1670 level. Market participants are adopting a cautious approach as they await important developments on Friday.

The Euro to Dollar (EUR/USD) exchange rate fell on Monday, dropping below the 1.1700 mark. CitiFX forecasts that the rate could decline further, potentially reaching 1.10.

The Pound Sterling has reached its highest exchange rates against the Euro in three months, offering favorable conditions for currency exchange and transfer comparisons.

The euro's recent gains lost momentum during the European session, causing the EUR/USD pair to settle around $1.1710.

The Federal Reserve is anticipated to maintain interest rates steady at its January 28 meeting, following a 25 basis point cut in December.

EUR/USD experienced a decline to the 1.1650 area on Monday morning, reaching its lowest point in almost a month. Despite this sluggish start to 2026, the pair later showed signs of recovery.

The euro experienced fluctuations on Monday as traders reacted to the weekend developments from Caracas. Risk sentiment is expected to remain uncertain in the near future.

The Euro to Dollar exchange rate (EUR/USD) has fallen below 1.17 following a robust 13% increase in 2025, as the dollar strengthens at the beginning of the new year.

The EUR/USD exchange rate has declined by nearly 1% as uncertainty surrounding the Federal Reserve and the upcoming U.S. jobs data boosts short-term confidence in the dollar.

EUR/USD has started 2026 with notable fluctuations. The strength of the US Dollar has driven the pair downwards since reaching highs of approximately 1.1800 on December 24, 2025.

The GBP/EUR exchange rate climbed to a ten-week high on Monday, driven by concerns surrounding the Russia–Ukraine conflict, which negatively impacted the euro.