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The EURO is the single currency of participating member states of the economic and monetary union as contemplated in the Treaty on European Union. It was first adopted in 1999 by 11 nations as the alternative currency in non-cash transactions. In 2002, the Euro fully replaced existing currencies in 12 European Union nations, before being adopted more widely. 

The European Central Bank (ECB) is the central bank of the 19 European Union members and makes monetary policy to maintain price stability.  They also provide access to statistics, research and publications. 

For spot rates or other financial data on the EURO check Bloomberg (BB) (see access guide) and use the BB code EUR <go> The Library Bloomberg Terminals are located on the 5th floor of Bobst Library.