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France's Budget Cuts Face Challenges Amid Political Shake-Up

10/25/2025

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Moody's Chief Credit Officer Atsi Sheth warns that consolidation will be challenging amid Lecornu's reshuffle.
French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu aims to cut the deficit from 5.4% to 4.7% of GDP with a €30 billion savings plan.
Lecornu's pledge to allow parliamentary debate on the budget may dilute its effectiveness.
Suspending pension reform could cost €400 million in 2026 and €1.8 billion in 2027, raising concerns about France's credit rating.

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Moody's Chief Credit Officer Atsi Sheth warns that consolidation will be challenging amid Lecornu's reshuffle.
French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu aims to cut the deficit from 5.4% to 4.7% of GDP with a €30 billion savings plan.
Lecornu's pledge to allow parliamentary debate on the budget may dilute its effectiveness.
Suspending pension reform could cost €400 million in 2026 and €1.8 billion in 2027, raising concerns about France's credit rating.