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French Finance Minister says the government has lowered the 2026 GDP forecast to 0.5% (prev. 0.7%), sees 2027 GDP at 1%, and that debt service costs are seen at EUR 65bln (EUR 4.5bln above original plans)

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France faces downward GDP revisions and sluggish demand, increasing pressure on public finances ahead of 2027 budget debates as policymakers urge steps to curb deficits.

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French Finance Minister says the government has lowered the 2026 GDP forecast to 0.5% (prev. 0.7%), sees 2027 GDP at 1%, and that debt service costs are seen at EUR 65bln (EUR 4.5bln above original plans)

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