| Currency | Rate |
|---|---|
| Dollar (USD/local) | $1.02 |
| Euro (EUR/local) | $1.19 |
Source: AwesomeAPI — rates as of 9/7/2026
Week Summary (Aug 31 – Sep 7)
The past week was a “break‑even point” for those who follow the stock market and the currency. The local currency managed to hold the dollar’s rise, while the euro slipped a bit. The central bank base rate stayed stable at 13.75 % per year, but market conversation revolved around possible cuts in the near future. For those with cash saved or invested, this means some opportunities and some cautions.

Dollar and Euro: How They Behaved
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Dollar – Closed the week at $1.02, almost unchanged from the start of Monday. After a 0.4 % jump on Monday, the exchange rate retreated in the following days, ending practically at the same level. The stability was driven by U.S. inflation data that came in line with expectations and the Federal Reserve’s decision to keep interest rates high for a while longer. For people, this means imported products are still pricey, but there are no last‑minute surprises.
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Euro – Ended the week at $1.19, slightly below the $1.20 that marked the start of the week. The roughly 0.8 % drop was driven by a weakening eurozone after weaker‑than‑expected growth numbers were released. In practice, anyone with expenses in euros (travel, courses, or online purchases) feels a small relief, but still pays almost six local units for each euro.
Everyday example: If you usually buy a pair of shoes that costs € 100, on Monday you would have paid $120, but on Friday you paid $119. It’s not a huge difference, but it can matter for a budget that includes regular foreign‑currency purchases.
Central Bank Base Rate and Its Effect on Investments
The basic interest rate – the central bank base rate – stayed at 13.75 % per year. The central bank decided to wait for more indicators before starting to cut. This stance creates two clear effects:

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Fixed income: Instruments like government bonds continue to yield close to the official rate, still guaranteeing a “safe” return above inflation. For those with money saved in savings, moving to a certificates of deposit (CDs) or government bonds yields much more.
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Variable income: With the central bank base rate high, companies’ financing costs increase, which can slow profit growth and consequently stock performance. However, sectors that profit from interest rates – such as banks – still have good prospects.
Practical tip: If most of your portfolio is in fixed income, it’s worth reassessing the allocation. Shifting part of it into equity funds or ETFs can help capture gains when the central bank base rate starts to fall.
Practical Tip for You
Use an app to monitor everything in real time. FinMoovi, for example, lets you track your investments in local currency, dollars and euros on the same screen, with price‑change alerts and simple charts. That way you see instantly whether the dollar rate is too high to buy that product or if the central bank base rate is impacting your bonds. Keeping everything in one place avoids surprises and helps you make faster decisions.
What’s Coming Next Week
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Expectation of a cut to the central bank base rate: Analysts already point to a possible 0.5 % to 1 % cut in the next two months, should inflation stay within target. If this happens, fixed‑income securities tend to lose a bit of attractiveness, while stocks may get a boost.
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Dollar and Euro: The dollar could face downward pressure if U.S. employment data comes in weaker than expected. The euro may react to any fiscal stimulus news in the eurozone. Keep an eye on monetary policy announcements and consumer‑spending indicators.
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Commodities: Oil and iron‑ore prices usually influence the local currency. Any change in international prices can move the exchange rate.
In summary, the week was stable, but the scenario is ready to change. Keep your portfolio balanced, watch the rates, and use tools like FinMoovi so you don’t miss any detail. Have a great investing week!
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