“We need a national lockdown to break the latest virus wave,” Germany’s Health Minister Jens Spahn said on Friday.
Additional comments
“Current infection numbers yet to reflect actual virus situation.”
“Show a lockdown should massively limit mobility and last between 2, 4 weeks.”
“Night-time curfews might be necessary to reduce contacts.”
Market reaction
Talks about a national lockdown seem to be weighing on the euro, as the EUR/USD pair reverts to the daily lows of 1.1884, shedding 0.20% on the day.