Financial News From Around the World: Euro Falls to One-Week Low

Here is a round-up of the financial news from around the world.

The euro fell to a one-week low amid weaker-than-expected economic data from Germany and ongoing concerns over the direction of elections in France.

China's foreign currency reserves fell below $3 trillion for the first time in five years as capital outflows accelerated, owing to the reduced value of the yuan.

BP (BP) - Get Report posted lower-than-expected profits for the fourth quarter on Tuesday, despite a rise in global oil prices, and held its dividend unchanged.

British retail sales fall in January, figures released by the British Retail Consortium on Tuesday show, as consumers prepare for higher prices and focus on buying essentials.

BNP Paribas (BNPQY) posted a rise in fourth-quarter profit but missed analysts' forecast as low interest rates and a "lackluster" trading environment held down earnings.