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The Euro's Recent Surge: Impacts and Implications

In recent weeks, the euro has experienced a notable rise, influenced significantly by US President Donald Trump’s decision to impose tariffs on a range of imports. This article delves into the reasons behind the euro's surge, the anxieties it generates for European exporters, and the potential ramifications for the European economy.

The Surge of the Euro

Since March, the euro has climbed approximately 10%, reaching unprecedented heights based on trade-weighted metrics, which measure its value against a selection of currencies used in European trade. By April, half of this increase became evident, marking one of the strongest months for the euro since late 2022.