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France's Soaring Debt Sparks Eurozone Stability Fears

9/2/2025

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  • France's government debt exceeds 114% of GDP, with unfunded pension liabilities at 400%, raising fiscal sustainability concerns.
  • ECB President Christine Lagarde noted that political instability in France could affect the eurozone.
  • Increased risk premiums on French bonds show market unease, with yields surpassing those of Spain and Italy.
  • Analysts warn that the current stability in eurozone debt markets may be short-lived due to high debt levels.