How Far Could the Euro Fall in 2015?

How Far Could the Euro Fall in 2015?

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The video discusses the euro's decline in 2015, starting at $1.20 and dropping to $1.18, with predictions of further decline. Analysts from Bloomberg and various banks provide diverse forecasts, with some predicting a drop to $1.07 and others a rise to $1.29. The European Central Bank (ECB) plays a crucial role, with potential actions like bond buying that could weaken the euro. Upcoming economic indicators, such as inflation data and oil prices, are also highlighted as factors influencing the euro's future performance.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the euro's starting value in 2015?

$1.3000

$1.1500

$1.1864

$1.2098

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which financial institution predicted the euro would drop to $1.07?

Morgan Stanley

Barclays

Australia and New Zealand Banking Group

Banco Santander

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the most optimistic forecast for the euro's value by the end of 2015?

$1.15

$1.12

$1.07

$1.29

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action was the ECB expected to take to address deflation risks?

Increase interest rates

Raise taxes

Sell euros

Buy bonds

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What economic data was anticipated to show a significant change due to falling oil prices?

Unemployment rate

Consumer price index

GDP growth

Trade balance