French economy stagnates as deficit persists, complicating budget plans
- Posted on August 28, 2026
- By Le Monde
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French economy stagnates as deficit persists, complicating budget plans
France posted zero growth in the second quarter after a first-quarter decline, INSEE said Friday, as the public deficit held steady and interest rates rose, complicating an already difficult 2026 budget and clouding prospects for the next one.
