Euro stays defensive vs USD amid geopolitical risks as traders await Lagarde's speech

Published Sep 20, 2026 11:55 PM Last updated Sep 21, 2026 2:00 AM Source: EODHD Event Time: Sep 20, 2026 11:55 PM

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Euro stays defensive vs USD amid geopolitical risks as traders await Lagarde's speech

Source: EODHD - https://www.fxstreet.com/news/euro-stays-defensive-vs-usd-amid-geopolitical-risks-as-traders-await-lagardes-speech-202609210355
Published: Sep 20, 2026 11:55 PM

The EUR/USD pair struggles to capitalize on Friday's modest bounce from the vicinity of mid-1.1400s, or the lowest level since late July, and edges lower at the start of a new week. Spot prices currently trade around the 1.1475 region and seem vulnerable amid rising geopolitical tensions.

Market context: This update is relevant to EUR traders, with EURUSD as the primary instrument to monitor for follow-through, trend continuation, or headline volatility.

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