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The Nasdaq Composite reached a new record high as the US dollar strengthened and Treasury yields climbed, while oil prices eased. The dollar's rise was driven by a weak US jobs report and European political instability, including a 17-month low for the euro.
Polls indicate Marine Le Pen and Jean-Luc Mélenchon are the frontrunners for the 2027 French presidential election, potentially excluding mainstream candidates. Financial analysts warn this polarization poses risks to the euro, while Le Pen’s recent campaign emphasizes national priority over foreigners.
The dollar eased as the U.S. Treasury signaled expanded bond-buybacks to dampen yields, prompting questions about potential implications for the currency. The euro rose to about $1.1703 and the pound held near its highs, while the yen firmed after inflation data, as traders await the Federal Reserve’s Jackson Hole symposium for new guidance.
Experts warn that a longer Iran conflict could trigger sustained energy-price shocks, sending more capital into dollars and pushing the euro toward $1.10–$1.12 or even below parity. A weak euro would hit German industry and possibly spark stagflation, complicating ECB policy as it balances inflation with growth. A rapid end to the war would help the euro recover somewhat, but a prolonged blockade could deepen recession risks across the eurozone.
The European Central Bank is widening its Eurep facility to let nearly all foreign central banks borrow euros against euro-denominated collateral, with a cap of up to 50 billion euros per institution, to bolster the euro’s international role and provide liquidity in stress, while not publishing individual country usage.
The European Central Bank unveiled plans to make its euro liquidity backstop globally available and permanent from 2026, opening standing access (up to 50 billion euros) to all non-excluded central banks. The move aims to strengthen the euro’s international role, provide a lender-of-last-resort during market stress, and potentially lift demand for euro-denominated assets, echoing the Fed’s FIMA facility.
The ECB left its key rate at 2% for the fifth straight meeting, saying inflation should stabilise toward the 2% target despite uncertain global conditions. Economists stress the move isn’t a non-event, noting that a stronger euro and disinflation pressures could influence policy, with most projections signaling a hold through 2026 and potential hikes only later if growth or inflation dynamics shift.
The U.S. dollar dropped toward a four-year low after President Trump downplayed its weakness, boosting the euro above $1.20 and lifting the yen and pound ahead of a Federal Reserve decision amid ongoing currency-intervention talk.
Bulgaria will adopt the euro in 2026, becoming the 21st country to do so. Drone deliveries are now possible on the Great Wall of China, reaching remote areas. Karl Bushby has been walking around the world for 27 years, sharing lessons on happiness and survival. Starting in 2026, visitors to 11 major US national parks will need a valid ID to avoid fees, with international visitors paying higher prices.
Bulgaria has officially adopted the euro, with the Bulgarian central bank's governor joining the ECB Governing Council. While the transition is underway, Bulgarians can still use levs until June 30, with public opinion divided on the move. Bulgaria has been an EU member since 2007 and sees benefits from membership.
Bulgaria began withdrawing euros for the first time after joining the euro currency union, replacing the lev in cash transactions, amid political instability and public skepticism about the change's impact on prices and national identity.
Bulgaria will adopt the euro on New Year's Day, replacing the lev, which is expected to boost cross-border trade, travel, and investment, while also giving Bulgaria a seat on the European Central Bank's governing council. The changeover involves currency conversion, with old notes exchanged for free until June 30, and aims to deepen economic ties with Western Europe, despite some public skepticism.
Bulgaria officially joined the euro currency union on New Year's Day, marking a significant step in its EU integration amid political turmoil and public skepticism, with debates over economic benefits and national identity.
Mass protests in Bulgaria, driven by anti-corruption sentiments, led to the resignation of the government, coinciding with Bulgaria adopting the euro, signaling a significant political and economic shift.
Bulgaria will adopt the euro as its official currency on January 1, 2026, becoming the 21st EU country to do so, leaving only six countries still using their own currencies within the EU.