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France's credit rating affirmed by Moody's amid political instability and rising debt

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Moody's has maintained France's credit rating at Aa3 with a negative outlook, citing significant risks from the country's political instability and governance challenges. Despite avoiding a downgrade, the ratings agency highlighted that a divided parliament and ongoing social unrest are hindering the government's ability to implement necessary deficit-reduction measures. France's public debt has reached a record $4 trillion, or 119% of GDP, and is projected to rise further due to political gridlock and muted GDP growth, raising concerns about the nation's fiscal future. AI

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France's credit rating affirmed by Moody's amid political instability and rising debt

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Jason Ma ·

    France’s latest debt warning describes a country where governance is breaking down — and even doing too little, too late is barely possible

    "The negative outlook reflects the increased risk that the fragmentation of France's political landscape will continue to impair the functioning of the country's legislative institutions."

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