EUR in the spotlight: latest news

This week, there is limited UK economic data, with the only significant release being the finalized services PMI for December. A downward revision of this data could mirror trends seen in previous reports.

The EUR/USD pair closed the week lower as many investors continued to be in a holiday mindset.

The US Dollar strengthened on Monday as traders anticipated a "risk off" sentiment following recent military actions by the US in Venezuela.

The pound to euro exchange rate (GBP/EUR) has surpassed a crucial resistance level, reaching its highest point since October at 1.1490.

After concluding the last week of the year on a low note, the EUR/USD continues to face downward pressure on Monday, trading at its lowest point since December 10.

As financial markets begin their first full trading week of 2026, focus shifts to developments in Venezuela. Investors are evaluating the potential implications of these events for the US dollar.

The GBP/EUR exchange rate reached a ten-week high on Monday as renewed geopolitical tensions impacted the Euro.

Senior Technical Strategist Michael Boutros emphasizes key levels to watch on USD majors and commodity charts as the week begins and the year concludes.

The EUR/USD currency pair is currently trading around 1.1755 as the European Central Bank maintains its stance and uncertainties surrounding U.S. Federal Reserve leadership affect the dollar. Key resistance levels to watch are 1.1820, 1.1875, and 1.2020, while support is identified at 1.1500.

Several days after Bulgaria's entry into the eurozone, there have already been instances of cashiers refusing to accept euro banknotes that are not issued by Bulgaria.

Wheat futures began the new year with a mixed performance as front-month contracts experienced a decline.

Leading institutions are speculating about market trends in 2026, questioning whether gold, Bitcoin, and the U.S. dollar will make history once more. Additionally, the forecast for gold prices indicates an upward trend as XAU/USD rises.

Cyprus experienced a significant 12.4 percent rise in tourism revenue for October 2025, totaling €458.6 million, up from €407.9 million in the same month last year.

As discussions on Digital Euro privacy unfold in the EU, DeepSnitch AI is gearing up to exceed expectations for the Bitcoin Hyper price prediction.

This weekly forecast highlights key trading pairs and markets, including EUR/USD, GBP/USD, gold, Bitcoin, NASDAQ, and silver. It outlines critical levels to monitor from January 4th to January 9th, 2026.

BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - Following yesterday's cold front, temperatures and humidity have decreased. However, this cooldown will be temporary as warmer weather is expected to return later this week.

UBS has updated its price forecasts for palladium and platinum, raising the platinum outlook by $300 and the palladium forecast by $100 due to a surge in demand and tight supply conditions.

The GBP/USD exchange rate increased by 6.5% in 2025, primarily due to the weakness of the U.S. dollar rather than significant strength in the British pound, as indicated by the pound's inconsistent performance.

Police in Northern Ireland are advising residents to avoid traveling unless necessary due to the ongoing wintry weather conditions, which include snow and ice.

Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) are expected to return to Indian equities in 2026 following a challenging year in 2025. However, a potential risk may arise from the existing gap in exposure to artificial intelligence (AI) investments.

Global equity funds experienced significant inflows during the last week of 2025, driven by optimism surrounding AI-driven market gains over the previous year and a stable economic outlook.

Experts suggest that even a hypothetical conclusion to the war with Ukraine would not provide significant relief for Russia's economy. Analysts linked to the Kremlin acknowledge that a recession by July 2026 is "practically impossible to avoid."

Several towns have decided to postpone their Three Kings parades due to unfavorable weather forecasts, which predict rain, cold temperatures, and potential snow on the afternoon of Monday, January 5.

Travelers planning a Euro trip in 2026 are looking beyond the usual popular destinations. KAYAK's 2026 Travel Trends report highlights seven Eastern European cities that are becoming increasingly attractive for travelers.

The World Gold Council (WGC) has indicated a moderate upside for gold prices by 2026, driven by increased safe-haven flows and strong central bank demand. This trend is particularly relevant for German investors and the eurozone.