 In good times and bad times, what we all need is stability, to feel safe and to plan further ahead. At the European Central Bank, we take care of the euro as a foundation for the stability. Our common currency helps you to travel, work or study across Europe, building bridges between our countries and making us stronger together. As a European institution, we work to stabilize prices for you and to keep your banks safe so they can provide vital funding to businesses and people. Not an easy task, but essential in helping you shape your future.