Euro Fell Below 1.13 Dollars Amid Rising Treasury Yields
The euro dropped against the dollar as U.S. Treasury yields hit their highest levels in over two decades.
Updated on Oct. 1, 2026 in Stock Markets
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The euro slipped below the 1.13 dollar threshold, trading at 1.1281 dollars in Lisbon on October 1, 2026. This decline followed a broad surge in U.S. Treasury bond yields.
Why it matters
The drop follows signals from Federal Reserve officials that further interest rate hikes may be necessary to address persistent inflation. Rising U.S. yields have increased the dollar's relative appeal to global investors.
The 10-year U.S. Treasury bond yield climbed to 5.34 percent, while the 30-year yield reached 5.68 percent, marking 24-year highs. August data showed U.S. consumer prices rose 3.4 percent and core inflation increased 3 percent.
The players
Federal Reserve
The central banking system of the United States oversees monetary policy and interest rate decisions that influence global currency markets.
The details
The euro closed at 1.1330 dollars the previous trading day before falling to 1.1281 dollars. Investors are currently monitoring the yield spread between German and French sovereign debt as a key indicator of market sentiment.
Timeline
August 2026: U.S. consumer prices and core inflation data period.
October 1, 2026: Euro traded at 1.1281 dollars in Lisbon.
May 2025: Previous occurrence of the euro falling below 1.13 dollars.
Market Dynamics
The euro's current descent mirrors the currency volatility observed during the May 2025 euro-to-dollar valuation. This event marks a return to price levels not seen since that period.
The shift in Treasury yields may lead to adjusted mortgage rates and changes in the return on fixed-income investments for retail portfolios. Investors should review their asset allocations to account for the impact of higher bond yields on their long-term savings.
The takeaway
Rising Treasury yields often strengthen the dollar, which can make imported goods cheaper but potentially increase borrowing costs for consumers. Monitoring central bank policy statements remains essential for understanding future movements in major currency pairs.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by The Portugal News.
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