Tag #French Economy

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French Court Threatens to Reject State Accounts for 19th Year

The French Court of Auditors threatened to refuse certification of the 2024 government accounts for the 19th consecutive year due to significant unresolved issues, criticizing the government's handling of the budget and resulting 5.8% GDP deficit, while expressing slightly improved outlook for 2025.

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B&M Shares Surge on Strong Sales Despite UK Slump

B&M European Value Retail's shares rose 3.8% to 310.5p on Tuesday after reporting £5.6 billion in sales for the year ending March 29, exceeding expectations despite a 3.1% drop in UK like-for-like sales, offset by growth in France and new store openings.

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France Announces €5 Billion Spending Cut to Meet Debt Targets

The French government announced a €5 billion reduction in public spending, partly reallocating funds to defense, to meet its debt reduction targets amid economic slowdown and international instability, aiming for a 5.4% deficit in 2025 and under 3% by 2029.

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France Unveils Citizen Investment Fund to Double Military Spending

The French government launched a citizen investment fund for the military industry, aiming to double defense spending to €100 billion by 2030, despite economic challenges and public sensitivity to social programs.

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48% Bias Score

Decent Work and Economic Growth
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France's Public Deficit Lower Than Expected, But Remains High

France's 2024 public deficit totaled €169.6 billion (5.8% of GDP), lower than projected due to increased tax revenue and slower spending growth; however, this remains nearly double the Eurozone target, and France's public debt increased to 113% of GDP.

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Reduced Inequality
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France's 2024 Public Deficit Reaches 5.8% of GDP

France's 2024 public deficit reached 5.8% of GDP, exceeding initial projections despite being slightly better than anticipated, due to higher public spending and slower revenue growth, increasing its public debt to over €3.3 trillion.

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France's 2029 Deficit Reduction Plan Faces Scrutiny

France plans to reduce its budget deficit to below 3% of GDP by 2029, a target questioned by the High Council of Public Finances due to uncertain growth forecasts and potential economic shocks; the plan, however, complies with EU requirements.

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Reduced Inequality
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France Permanently Imposes High-Earner Tax

France's government has permanently established a 20% tax on incomes exceeding €250,000 (single) or €500,000 (couple), generating an estimated €2 billion annually, as part of broader efforts to secure €40-50 billion in additional revenue for the 2026 budget.

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Reduced Inequality
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France Prioritizes Growth Over Deficit Target Amidst US Tariff Uncertainty

French Economy Minister Eric Lombard stated that despite potential economic consequences from US tariffs, the government won't implement further tax increases or public spending cuts, implying the 5.4% deficit target for 2025 might not be met. An April 15th conference will assess the situation and d...

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
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France Faces Skills Crisis, Driving Corporate Training Investment

French Minister Astrid Panosyan-Bouvier announced increased investment in education on January 22, 2025, citing France's falling OECD rankings in skills and productivity and a projected shortage of 54,000 engineers within five years, prompting companies to create their own training programs.

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Quality Education
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France's April 2025 Welfare Reforms: Winners and Losers

France's April 2025 social welfare changes include a 1.7% increase in RSA and Prime d'activité, offset by reduced unemployment benefits and potentially higher notary fees; impacting household budgets differently.

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France's 2024 Deficit: -5.8% of GDP, Exceeding EU Targets

France's 2024 budget deficit is finalized at -5.8% of GDP, exceeding the EU's 3% target but better than initially projected; national debt reached a record 113% of GDP in Q4 2024, raising concerns about France's long-term fiscal health.

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52% Bias Score

Reduced Inequality

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