France Beats 2025 Deficit Target, Giving Leeway in Energy Crisis

France beat its 2025 deficit-reduction target, giving the government short-term fiscal room to maneuver. However, fallout from the Iran war introduces geopolitical risk that could pressure energy prices and borrowing costs, complicating plans to continue repairing public finances.

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France beat its 2025 deficit-reduction target, giving the government short-term fiscal room to maneuver. However, fallout from the Iran war introduces geopolitical risk that could pressure energy prices and borrowing costs, complicating plans to continue repairing public finances.