Why the Euro Keeps Beating the Dollar in 2026

In this episode, Lucas and Luna dig into a quieter but persistent trend in the global economy: the euro's steady strength against the dollar. With the trade-weighted dollar index slipping to 119.1 and the euro holding around $1.16, they explore what's driving the shift—from Europe's surprisingly resilient exports to the dollar's fading carry advantage. They break down how a stronger euro is reshaping trade flows, why it's not all good news for European manufacturers, and what it means for emerging markets tied to the eurozone. Lucas walks through the data behind the recent currency moves, while Luna challenges the idea that a weaker dollar is purely bullish for global growth. They also touch on how the ECB's policy stance differs from the Fed's, and why investors are starting to question the dollar's long-term dominance. If you've been wondering whether the dollar's reign is really over, this episode offers a grounded, numbers-first take on a currency shift that's flying under the radar. #EuroDollar #CurrencyMarkets #DollarWeakness #EuroStrength #TradeWeightedDollar #ECB #FederalReserve #GlobalTrade #EmergingMarkets #Forex #Economics #InternationalMarkets #CurrencyFlows #Eurozone #USD #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast #GlobalEconomy Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo