March 10, 2011

Europe: Odds taken on death of the euro

Confidence in the single currency has been falling since the eurozone debt crisis swept through Greece and Ireland last year – but this has opened up some interesting areas for traders.

The eurozone crisis has increased volatility in the region and has created significant trading opportunities,” says Paul Inkster, head of product at Barclays Stockbrokers. “The euro is always a popular currency trade and this crisis has only served to reinforce that trend.”