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Euro falls to 17-month low against dollar amid French debt fears

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Briefings

The euro fell to its lowest level against the dollar in 17 months, dropping 0.8% in early trading to below $1.12. This decline was driven by fears that France's debt position could threaten the stability of the eurozone, coinciding with a snap election in Spain. The euro has slumped by approximately 1.2% this month, accelerating a drop of about eight cents from a peak of $1.20 in January. The single currency fell as much as 0.8% against the dollar in early trading on Monday to below $1.12, its lowest level since May 2025.

Key points

• The euro fell to its lowest level against the dollar in 17 months, dropping 0.8% in early trading to below $1.12.
• The single currency fell as much as 0.8% against the dollar in early trading on Monday to below $1.12, its lowest level since May 2025.

Context and limitations

Data reflects early trading activity on Monday, October 5, 2026, and is subject to market volatility. The 17-month low is based on May 2025 as the reference point for comparison.

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