Europenii, sfătuiți să țină bani cash în casă pentru situații de urgență: ce sumă este recomandată

Recent crises and cyberattacks are prompting Europeans to revert to cash despite the rise of digital payments. The value of cash in circulation in the EU has significantly increased, reaching €1.6 trillion in June 2026, up from €1 trillion in 2016. Authorities recommend keeping cash for emergencies, even as digital transactions grow. The ECB reports a rise in cash stock, while daily usage declines. Events like wildfires and cyberattacks have heightened the demand for cash reserves. EU countries advise households to keep €70-100 in cash for emergencies. Experts emphasize cash's importance for financial inclusion and crisis preparedness.