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France's debt climbs to highest level since 1995
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· September 19, 2026
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Key points The debt level is expected to be at its highest point since 1995 due to a rising deficit. France's finance ministry has reported that the country's debt is reaching a significant milestone.
France's finance ministry has reported that the country's debt is reaching a significant milestone. The debt level is expected to be at its highest point since 1995 due to a rising deficit. This increase in debt is a notable development, and the finance ministry has acknowledged the growth of the country's debt mountain.
Further information on this topic is available from the finance ministry's statement, which was released on Saturday. The ministry's announcement provides insight into the current state of France's debt, although specific details on the deficit and debt levels are not provided here.
The finance ministry's report highlights the ongoing issue of debt growth, with this year marking a significant peak in debt levels.
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Category: News Published: September 19, 2026 Source: The Local France Reading time: 1 min
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