French prime minister pushes on as 2025 public deficit beats forecasts
- Posted on March 27, 2026
- By Le Monde
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French prime minister pushes on as 2025 public deficit beats forecasts
France's public deficit stood at 5.1% of GDP in 2025, beating the target of 5.4%, according to data released Friday. The positive surprise boosts the credibility of the 5% target in 2026, despite the oil shock.
