A Eurobarometer study reveals that nearly 80% of euro area respondents view the euro positively, with the highest support in Finland, Lithuania, Slovenia, and Slovakia. In contrast, only 38% of Croatians see the euro favorably, with concerns about price increases during its introduction. Younger people tend to support the euro more than older generations. While many believe the euro simplifies business and travel, there is a significant call to abolish small denomination coins. Bulgaria, the EU's poorest member, faces economic concerns as it prepares to adopt the euro. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)