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EUR/USD Slides on Eurozone Sentiment, Awaits Fed Signals

February 18, 2026, 06:01 AM165 words6 sourcesAI-Generated · Reviewed by editorial team
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EUR/USD Slides on Eurozone Sentiment, Awaits Fed Signals

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The EUR/USD pair has been under pressure, largely driven by weakening Eurozone economic sentiment. Multiple reports indicate a decline in investor confidence, as evidenced by the ZEW Economic Sentiment survey and a fall in the Eurozone Economic Sentiment Index to 39.4 in February. German inflation contracted in January, adding to bearish sentiment. This has led to the pair testing support around 1.1830. While some analysts at ING and BNP Paribas suggest potential for Euro strength due to the ECB’s EUREP facility expansion and projected growth (1.6% in 2026), these views are countered by prevailing weakness. Geopolitical factors, including US-Iran tensions, and a hawkish Federal Reserve stance are also contributing to the USD’s strength. Traders are now keenly awaiting the FOMC Minutes for clues about future US interest rate cuts. The Swiss National Bank is monitoring the Franc closely, potentially intervening if the EUR/CHF rate falls below 0.91. Overall, the near-term outlook for EUR/USD remains negative, contingent on a reversal of negative sentiment and supportive data.

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