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EUR/USD Rises on Eurozone Sentiment, USD Weakness

February 9, 2026, 12:01 PM151 words7 sourcesAI-Generated · Reviewed by editorial team
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EUR/USD Rises on Eurozone Sentiment, USD Weakness

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The EUR/USD pair has been steadily appreciating, currently trading around 1.1820-1.1870, driven by improving Eurozone economic sentiment and a weakening US dollar. The Eurozone Sentix Investor Confidence Index jumped to 4.2 in February, the highest since July 2025, indicating a potential shift from economic contraction to expansion. This positive sentiment, coupled with expectations of diverging monetary policies – with the US Federal Reserve anticipated to cut rates while the European Central Bank remains on hold – is bolstering the Euro. A weaker USD, influenced by factors like the Japanese election results and anticipation of Fed easing, further supports EUR/USD gains. Technical indicators suggest bullish momentum, with the pair hovering above key EMAs and targeting potential resistance levels around 1.2082. However, upcoming data releases, particularly the delayed US NFP report, remain a key focus for traders. The Australian Dollar also saw gains following a hawkish RBA rate hike, indirectly impacting USD dynamics.

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