Group 1 - European companies are facing the most severe concerns about currency fluctuations in four years, with the strong euro in 2025 eroding profit prospects [1][2] - The frequency of mentions of "currency headwinds" in earnings reports of Stoxx Europe 600 companies has reached the highest level since Q1 2021 [1] - The strong euro is negatively impacting European export companies that primarily generate revenue in USD, reducing their competitiveness in the US market [1][2] Group 2 - Companies like SAP SE and Adidas have cited currency fluctuations as a reason for lower-than-expected revenues, with SAP expecting a 3.5 percentage point reduction in cloud growth due to exchange rate volatility [1][2] - Nokia anticipates a €230 million impact from currency fluctuations, while several Swedish industrial giants warn of profit pressures due to a weaker dollar against the Swedish krona [2] - Many companies were unprepared for the significant strengthening of the euro, as the prevailing view at the beginning of the year was that the Trump presidency would be positive for Europe [2][3] Group 3 - Non-essential consumer goods and healthcare sectors are particularly affected, as a significant portion of their revenue comes from USD, while domestic-focused sectors like banking are better protected [3] - The current situation represents a "double whammy" for export-oriented companies, as they face both unfavorable currency conditions and a less optimistic growth outlook [3] - Analysts suggest that the worst may be over as companies establish more currency hedges and normalize euro and dollar fluctuations [3][4]