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ForexMedium•13 February 2026•

1 min read

EUR/USD Holds 1.18 Despite Strong NFP Failing to Spark Dollar Breakout

Two central bankers, Christine Lagarde and Thomas Jordan, with EU and Swiss flags, Euro and Swiss Franc symbols, and coins.

The EUR/USD currency pair maintained its position around the 1.18 level, defying expectations following the release of robust Non-Farm Payrolls (NFP) data. Typically, strong NFP figures would bolster the US Dollar, yet the market's reaction remained subdued. This unexpected outcome prevented a significant strengthening or breakout for the US Dollar. Analysts note that this indicates a lack of strong bullish conviction for the USD or the presence of other counterbalancing market factors. Consequently, the EUR/USD pair successfully held its ground, reflecting a neutral market sentiment despite the positive economic indicator.

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