EUR/USD Slides at Asia Open Following Civil Unrest in France

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1EUR/USD opened lower in Asia on Monday following widespread civil unrest and violent clashes across France over the weekend.

EUR/USD opened lower in Asia on Monday, October 19, 2026, following widespread civil unrest across France over the weekend. Forex.com reported that the Euro weakened against the US Dollar after reports of violent protests, looting, and vandalism in Paris and other French cities.

The renewed political and social instability in France has increased the risk premium on the Euro, compounding existing fiscal concerns that have pressured the currency over the past two weeks. This follows data from October 16, 2026, showing the EU Balance of Trade at -16.1 billion and the HICP index level at 104.31.

Looking ahead, French Business Confidence data is scheduled for release on October 22, 2026, followed by the French Manufacturing and Services PMI readings on October 23, 2026, which will provide further insight into the economic impact of the unrest.