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French tax hikes fail to curb debt, which hits 119% of GDP

France has raised taxes and charges by €36.7bn since 2024, yet public debt reached €3,595.5bn (119% of GDP) by end-June. The additional revenue only partially offset the deficit, indicating fiscal consolidation is insufficient. This raises concerns about France's fiscal trajectory and potential pressure on sovereign spreads.

La Tribune2 days agoFRCredibility 28%View source

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