EURC in the spotlight: latest news

Retail sales growth in the euro zone declined more than anticipated in July, raising concerns about the sustainability of domestic consumption as a buffer against economic challenges.

The European Commission has published draft revisions to good manufacturing practice (GMP) guidelines and is seeking public feedback on these proposed changes.

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte visited Czechia on September 4, 2025, where he met with Prime Minister Petr Fiala. They discussed the country’s significant contributions to Euro-Atlantic security, defense production, and support for Ukraine.

Jim Crawford's team started their Euro Under-21 qualifying campaign with a tough 2-1 victory against Moldova.

Retail sales in the euro zone declined more than anticipated in July, leading to concerns about the sustainability of strong domestic consumption amidst economic challenges.

Thieves stole three porcelain pieces valued at 9.5 million euros, classified as national treasures, from a collection in Limoges, France.

The European Union's Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation has transformed the cryptocurrency environment by introducing strict requirements for stablecoin issuers.

According to ECB board member Piero Cipollone, a digital euro is essential to enable users to continue making payments during significant disruptions.

Brussels, 4 September 2025. The European Central Bank (ECB) has provided its latest update on the digital euro, marking the fourteenth exchange of views on this initiative. The focus remains on enhancing resilience and promoting inclusion in digital payment systems.

NatWest has projected that the EUR/USD exchange rate will reach 1.1850 by the end of the year.

The Pound to Euro exchange rate (GBP/EUR) remained relatively stable on Thursday, as disappointing Eurozone retail sales coincided with a cautious market sentiment. Meanwhile, the UK economy showed signs of resilience.

Cartagena's Roman Amphitheatre and other ancient sites in Murcia are now open for exploration. Visitors can discover excavations and restored monuments that showcase the region's rich historical heritage.

Zoco del Mar in Águilas is a Mediterranean restaurant that offers breathtaking sea views, live flamenco performances, and themed parties.

Online fast-fashion retailer Shein has been fined 150 million euros ($175.61 million) by France's data protection authority for violations related to data protection regulations.

Serbian company Promont Group, which manages the Mövenpick Resort and Spa Fruske Terme, has successfully issued minibonds totaling 820 million dinars, equivalent to approximately 8.1 million dollars or 7 million euros.

The National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) continues to use the US dollar as the primary currency for exchange rate formation while exploring the possibility of transitioning to the euro.

Germany's energy transition strategy may impose a financial burden of up to 5.4 trillion euros ($6.3 trillion) by 2049, significantly impacting both businesses and households.

Euro zone bond yields have stabilized near multi-year highs, although concerns about government debt continue to loom. The yield on Germany's 30-year bonds is nearing a 14-year peak, reflecting ongoing fiscal anxieties among investors.

The U.S. dollar continued to decline on Wednesday against several major currencies, including the yen, Swiss franc, and euro, following the release of economic data.

Long-term euro zone bond yields remained stable on Wednesday, although they are still close to multi-year highs as investors expressed ongoing concerns about fiscal sustainability.

The euro maintained its position above $1.16, approaching its highest level in more than a month, as the US dollar weakened due to disappointing jobs data.

Spain triumphed in their seventh and final match of UEFA EURO 2024, defeating England in Berlin. Nico Williams scored the opening goal just two minutes into the game.

The euro zone experienced slow economic growth in August, as indicated by the latest figures from the Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI).

The euro zone economy continued to grow slowly in August, as lackluster services growth countered gains in manufacturing output, despite the initial increase in overall activity.

The Pound to Euro exchange rate (GBP/EUR) declined on Tuesday, falling to a one-week low due to rising UK gilt yields that pressured the Pound Sterling. Meanwhile, stronger Eurozone economic data contributed to the Euro's performance.