Good morning, Europe. Friday starts with a move to strengthen the euro’s place in global finance, plus a practical check for UK drivers and used-car buyers.
Reuters morning read: The European Commission plans to press for EU-issued bonds to be added to international sovereign-bond indexes. Reuters reports that about €800 billion of EU bonds are outstanding, already making the bloc a major issuer of highly rated debt. Inclusion could attract more investors, improve liquidity, and support a larger global role for the euro as further EU borrowing is planned.
Read more: Reuters: EU pushes for its bonds to join international indexes
Useful this morning: The UK government’s MOT history service is worth checking before buying a used vehicle—or simply to confirm when your own test is due. Enter the registration to see pass and fail results, recorded mileage, advisories, and available safety-recall information. A pattern of recurring advisories can be as useful as the latest certificate.
Read more: GOV.UK: Check the MOT history of a vehicle
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