Germany's trade surplus expands in September, rises to 18.9 billion euros

FRANKFURT: Germany's trade surplus expanded in September as imports fell and exports grew, rising to 18.9 billion euros in September from 15.8 billion in August, data published by the federal statistics office showed Friday.

Euro zone bonds steady as markets look for ECB hints

LONDON, Nov 7 (Reuters) - Euro zone bonds were mostly steady on Thursday with investors wary of making portfolio adjustments before a European Central Bank policy update they will examine for any hints of further monetary easing ahead.

Euro-Area Services Output Expands More Than Estimated

Euro-area services output grew more than initially estimated in October, adding to signs the currency bloc’s economic recovery is gaining momentum.

Euro zone economy turns corner, but growth, inflation subdued: EU executive

(Reuters) - The euro zone economy will expand slightly more slowly next year than previously expected because of weaker private demand and investment and inflation will stay well below the central bank target over the next two years.

Euro Recovers Against Dollar Ahead of ECB Meeting

The euro recovered some of the losses posted overnight against the dollar as trading got underway in Europe Monday, shaking off the dent from dollar strength driven by better-than-expected U.S. economic data and hawkish Federal Reserve comments at the end of last week.