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Euro falls to 17-month low against dollar on French debt concerns

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What happened

The euro has stumbled to a 17-month low against the US dollar on concerns about France's ability to bring its public finances in order.

The currency has dropped nearly 7 percent from its peak in late January.

Key facts

  • The euro has stumbled to a 17-month low against the US dollar on concerns about France's ability to bring its public finances in order.
  • The currency has dropped nearly 7 percent from its peak in late January.
  • Reported by France 24 and published Mon, 05 Oct 2026 20:51:22 UTC.

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