ECB chief: Financial system must change
European Central Bank President Jean-Claude Trichet said on Friday that the financial markets are experiencing an ”ongoing correction” and declined to
European Central Bank President Jean-Claude Trichet said on Friday that the financial markets are experiencing an ”ongoing correction” and declined to
When the newly created euro slumped to an all-time low in 2000, detractors lined up to predict a dark future for the young currency. The euro marks its ninth birthday on January 1, with detractors now warning of grave consequences on account of its strength.
The euro resumed its record-setting run against the dollar on Tuesday, climbing to ,4153 after a pair of economic reports painted a dismal picture for United States consumers and the ailing home sales market. The strength of the euro drew concern, with Spain’s finance minister warning of problems.
The dollar plunged to a record low against the euro on Wednesday as an expected interest-rate cut next week from the Federal Reserve has dampened the United States currency’s appeal. The dollar also dropped to a fresh 15-year trough against a basket of currencies.