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Climate Risks Are Making EU Homes Uninsurable — Threatening Mortgages and Financial Stability

Climate Risks Are Making EU Homes Uninsurable — Threatening Mortgages and Financial Stability

graph showing Mortgage Rates to Rise to Nearly 4% by 2027

French Mortgage Rates Poised to Rise to Nearly 4% by 2027, Observatoire Crédit Logement Says

Demand for long-term furnished rentals in France jumps 94%, reports Lodgis

Demand for long-term furnished rentals in France jumps 94%, reports Lodgis

France’s Luxury Real Estate Surges 20%: Price Stability and Rise in Off‑Market Deals Shape New Trends

France’s Luxury Real Estate Surges 20%: Price Stability and Rise in Off‑Market Deals Shape New Trends

France’s Real Estate Market Enters 2026 Cautiously as Buyers Pause Over Economic and World Uncertainties

France’s Real Estate Market Enters 2026 Cautiously as Buyers Pause Over Economic and World Uncertainties

France mortgage rates edge up in early 2026, but banks remain willing to lend — good news for first-time buyers

France mortgage rates edge up in early 2026, but banks remain willing to lend — good news for first-time buyers

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Cash Losing Ground in the EU: A Digital Shift Explore how cash is declining in the Eurozone as digital payments rise, reshaping consumer habits and the future of transactions. In the ever-evolving landscape of monetary transactions within the Eurozone, cash appears to be gradually relinquishing its erstwhile dominance. Despite its continued status as the preferred medium of exchange for many consumers, particularly for minor purchases, the European Central Bank (ECB) has illuminated a discernible shift towards digital payment modalities. Recent analyses reveal that while cash transactions still constitute a significant portion of exchanges, their prevalence is waning. In 2023, a mere 52 percent of transactions were executed in cash, a notable decline from 59 percent in 2022 and a staggering 72 percent in 2019. This trend underscores a broader societal pivot towards the convenience and efficiency of digital payments. Moreover, the ascendancy of card payments is equally striking, with their share escalating from 25 percent in 2019 to 39 percent in the latest evaluation. This transition is not merely a statistical anomaly; it reflects a profound transformation in consumer behavior and preferences. Interestingly, the decline in cash transactions is not uniform across the Eurozone. While most member states have witnessed a decrease in cash usage, Finland and the Netherlands stand as exceptions, maintaining a more robust engagement with physical currency. Cyprus has experienced the most pronounced drop, with an 11 percentage point decrease in cash transactions, followed closely by Germany, Malta, and Portugal, each recording a 10 percentage point decline. As we navigate this intricate tapestry of financial evolution, one must ponder: is cash truly losing its grip, or is it merely adapting to a new role in an increasingly digital economy? The answer may lie in the delicate balance between tradition and innovation, a dance that will undoubtedly continue to unfold in the years to come.

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