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The possible fall of the government could weaken France on the European stage.

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The French government is in danger, and so is the French economy

Economic risks are emerging in France while political instability looms, as the third government is in danger of falling in little over a year. Further attempts to tackle the country’s enormous debt could be choked until after the next presidential election in 2027.

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Eurozone economic mood slips: French political crisis adds to worries

Eurozone economic confidence slipped in August, with sentiment weakening in Germany, Italy and Spain. France’s political crisis, ahead of a no-confidence vote, adds fresh uncertainty as markets brace for possible fallout.

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Risk of French government collapse sends jitters through markets

Major European stock indexes opened lower on Tuesday, with the CAC 40 in Paris leading losses, following news that the French government may be ousted next month.

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Eurozone growth surprises in July: Is the worst really over?

Eurozone economic growth picked up in July, driven by services and stabilising factory activity, suggesting a stronger start to the third quarter. Manufacturing showed signs of recovery, while inflation eased—offering cautious optimism for the bloc’s outlook.

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Fact check: Which European country has the most public holidays?

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Eurozone business activity stalls in June: Will the ECB cut again?

Eurozone business activity stalled in June, with PMI data showing flat growth linked to weak services and manufacturing. Germany improved slightly, while France declined. Persistent service-sector cost pressures and renewed energy concerns may cloud ECB rate cut prospects.

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Can France's prime minister call a referendum on the budget?

The potential move follows the passing of France's tumultuous 2025 budget in February, which aims to reduce the public deficit to 5.4% of GDP this year.

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French trade deficit increases in February as transport exports lag

France’s imports advanced in February, boosted by communication and publishing products. However, transport and refined petroleum product exports fell.

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French deficit came in lower than expected in 2024 but risks remain

The public deficit was 5.8% of GDP in 2024 instead of the expected 6%, yet the Minister of the Economy said it was "not good news".

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Eurozone business activity rises as Germany’s manufacturing rebounds

Eurozone business activity expanded for a third straight month in March, driven by a rebound in German manufacturing and easing inflation pressures, offering early signs of a more sustained recovery.

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Taxing the rich could help cover increased French defence spending

France is looking at ways to increase its defence budget after the US paused its military aid to Ukraine. The heavily indebted country is not excluding taxing the rich.

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Inflation in France hits its lowest level in four years in February

France is standing out from the crowd, other leading European economies including Germany and Spain reported higher inflation for February.

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French inflation sees a jump in January as service prices rise

Energy and manufacturing product prices also contributed to higher inflation in January, as France continues to deal with increased political upheaval.

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France's National Rally disinclined to censure prime minister

RN leader Jordan Bardella cited the risk of instability if the current executive were to be overthrown — and the Socialist Party has also announced that its MPs should not support a motion tabled by the far-left LFI.

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French inflation holds steady, raising hopes for further rate cuts

Inflation came in below the ECB’s 2% target, a spot of relief for French policymakers contending with budget deficit woes.