International role of the euro increased moderately in 2025
What changed vs prior statement
- 01Current statement focuses on the euro's international role; prior statement centered on consumer expectations and inflation.
- 02Language shift from inflation metrics to international monetary trends and market confidence.
- 03No vote-record change.
From the original
PRESS RELEASE International role of the euro increased moderately in 2025 2 June 2026 Euro’s share across key indicators of international currency use grew moderately to around 20% Strong growth in euro-denominated international debt issuance, including green and sustainable bond
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