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What role did the Eurozone debt crisis play in forex volatility?

The Eurozone debt crisis (2010–2012) revealed structural weaknesses in the euro. Countries like Greece, Spain, and Italy faced debt spirals, undermining EUR confidence. Investors demanded higher yields, widening bond spreads. Institutions hedged exposure by shorting EUR/USD. Retail traders saw dramatic swings, with EUR/USD falling from 1.50 to near 1.20. Benefits: volatility created opportunities for disciplined traders. Risks: unpredictability of political negotiations caused whipsaws. The crisis highlighted how regional integration can be fragile. For forex traders, Eurozone crises proved that political unity and fiscal discipline are as important as monetary policy.