The euro weakened against the US dollar and other major currencies amid France's political and economic crisis, according to Tickmill analyst Patrick Mannelly. Around 550,000 people took part in mass protests on October 17, while trade unions put the figure at 800,000, and clashes, looting and arson were reported in Paris, Lyon, Marseille and other cities. Left-wing groups accuse President Emmanuel Macron of ignoring cost-of-living demands, while right-wing forces call for a tougher response. Analysts note that France, the eurozone's second-largest economy, is under close market scrutiny over its high public debt and the difficulty of delivering fiscal discipline.
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EUR/USD
▼ Likely negativeRelevance: high
| Market | Currencies |
|---|---|
| Close on 10/16/2026 | 1.12393 |
| Change that session | +0.16% |
DXY
▲ Likely positiveRelevance: medium
| Market | Currencies |
|---|---|
| Close on 10/16/2026 | 101.78 |
| Change that session | -0.20% |
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