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EPISODE · May 29, 2026 · 7 MIN

Why the Euro is Quietly Becoming a Safe Haven Currency

from The European Economy Podcast with Fexingo: ECB, Eurozone, and Continental Markets · host Fexingo

Episode 18 of The European Economy Podcast. Lucas and Luna examine a surprising trend: the euro is trading flat against the dollar despite persistent energy inflation and a hawkish Fed. With the trade-weighted dollar index slipping to 119.3 and the euro holding at 1.16, they explore how Europe's evolving energy policy, a shift in global reserve preferences, and Southern Europe's bond market stability are quietly turning the euro into a safe haven. They discuss the ECB's resolve, the impact of the Iran conflict on energy security, and what this means for European exporters. Plus, a candid moment about how listener support keeps the show ad-free. #Euro #SafeHaven #CurrencyMarkets #ECB #USD #TradeWeightedDollar #EnergyInflation #IranWar #SouthernEuropeBonds #EurozoneEconomy #ReserveCurrency #Liquidity #VGK #EZU #FEZ #Economics #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo

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