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European financial markets rallied sharply and German borrowing costs rose after Germany's prospective leaders agreed to loosen the debt brake to boost defence spending. The move marks a historic shift in German fiscal policy.
Higher German borrowing and expected spending strengthen the euro and European growth outlook, with currency effects on dollar-priced feed commodities.
theguardian.comRichard PartingtonMar 5, 2025After 12 past policy events, EURUSD moved a median +0.3% over 5 sessions (75% higher; middle half -0.1% to +1.0%), and +0.7% over 20.
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Describes the German debt brake loosening and the market rally with higher borrowing costs, the fiscal-shift catalyst that lifted euro on the day.
The loosening of Germany's debt brake lifted markets and borrowing costs, supporting euro strength mostly through sentiment and rate expectations.
