As expected, the euro-zone economies contracted also in the third quarter of 2012, making it two consecutive quarters of contraction – a recession. The euro-zone contracted by 0.1%, better than -0.2% that was expected, after Germany, France and Italy all slightly exceeded expectations. The euro-zone also reported inflation figures: CPI is at 2.5% and core CPI at 1.5% (year-over-year), exactly as expected. EUR/USD is now ticking lower to 1.2758. See technical lines in the euro to usd forecast. The euro-zone economy is 0.6% smaller than at the same quarter last year. It shrank by 0.2% in Q2. It’s important to note that while Italy’s GDP came out better than expected, it still saw a drop of 0.2%, and completed five consecutive quarters of falls. Germany is still growing and France resumed its growth after remaining flat, but the forward looking PMIs aren’t positive. In addition, the Greek issues certainly loom. Further reading: Â A Grexit or a haircut – Germany’s choice Yohay Elam Yohay Elam Yohay Elam: Founder, Writer and Editor I have been into forex trading for over 5 years, and I share the experience that I have and the knowledge that I've accumulated. After taking a short course about forex. Like many forex traders, I've earned a significant share of my knowledge the hard way. Macroeconomics, the impact of news on the ever-moving currency markets and trading psychology have always fascinated me. Before founding Forex Crunch, I've worked as a programmer in various hi-tech companies. I have a B. Sc. in Computer Science from Ben Gurion University. Given this background, forex software has a relatively bigger share in the posts. Yohay's Google Profile View All Post By Yohay Elam Forex News Today: Daily Trading News share Read Next Did EUR/USD Find The Bottom? (Elliott Wave Analysis) Gregor Horvat 10 years As expected, the euro-zone economies contracted also in the third quarter of 2012, making it two consecutive quarters of contraction - a recession. The euro-zone contracted by 0.1%, better than -0.2% that was expected, after Germany, France and Italy all slightly exceeded expectations. The euro-zone also reported inflation figures: CPI is at 2.5% and core CPI at 1.5% (year-over-year), exactly as expected. EUR/USD is now ticking lower to 1.2758. See technical lines in the euro to usd forecast. The euro-zone economy is 0.6% smaller than at the same quarter last year. It shrank by 0.2% in Q2. It's important to… Regulated Forex Brokers All Brokers Sponsored Brokers Broker Benefits Min Deposit Score Visit Broker 1 $100T&Cs Apply 0% Commission and No stamp DutyRegulated by US,UK & International StockCopy Successfull Traders 9.8 Visit Site FreeBets Reviews$100Your capital is at risk. 2 T&Cs Apply 9.8 Visit Site FreeBets Reviews$100Your capital is at risk. 3 Recommended Broker $100T&Cs Apply No deposit or withdrawal feesTrade major forex pairs such as EUR/USD with leverage up to 30:1 and tight spreads of 0.9 pips Low $100 minimum deposit to open a trading account 9 Visit Site FreeBets ReviewsYour capital is at risk. 4 T&Cs Apply Visit Site FreeBets ReviewsYour capital is at risk. 5 Recommended Broker $0T&Cs Apply Trade gold, silver, and platinum directly against major currenciesUp to 1:500 leverage for forex trading24/5 customer service by phone and email 9 Visit Site FreeBets ReviewsYour capital is at risk.
