Economy🌐 Available in EnglishSeptember 11, 2026

France’s debt interest bill to jump 25% this year - Financial Times

France’s debt interest bill to jump 25% this year - Financial Times
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France's government debt servicing costs are expected to surge by 25 percent this year as borrowing expenses climb across European bond markets. The sharp increase underscores growing concerns about the sustainability of French public finances amid mounting budget pressures.

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