Draghi, worried by strong euro, says ECB poised to act as soon as June

(Reuters) - The European Central Bank is ready to take action next month to boost the euro zone economy if updated inflation forecasts merit it, its president said on Thursday, warning outsiders not to pressure the bank into action.

Euro Rises on Upbeat Economic Data

The euro surged to its highest level against the dollar in seven weeks after a run of upbeat European manufacturing and services data.

Euro zone businesses off to bumper start in second quarter: PMI

(Reuters) - Euro zone businesses had a solid start to the second quarter of the year with activity picking up at its fastest pace in almost three years, surveys showed on Tuesday, suggesting a broad-based recovery is taking hold in the bloc.

German manufacturing sector expands for 10th straight month: PMI

BERLIN (Reuters) - Germany's manufacturing sector grew for a tenth consecutive month in April, helped by rising output and orders, a survey showed on Friday, suggesting this important branch of Europe's largest economy started the second quarter on a strong footing.

French PM Valls says euro too strong

(Reuters) - French Prime Minister Manuel Valls said on Saturday the euro was too strong and that President Francois Hollande would take initiatives to boost growth and employment after the May 22-25 European elections.