France finance minister Lescure reiterates plan to keep this year’s fiscal deficit at 5% of GDP and cut it below 3% by 2029; says next year’s budget will contain no tax increases for individuals or companies; parliament may consider a special levy on TotalEnergies, Lescure not opposed but prime minister said deficit will not be solved via tax hikes.

2026-05-27

France finance minister Lescure reiterates plan to keep this year’s fiscal deficit at 5% of GDP and cut it below 3% by 2029; says next year’s budget will contain no tax increases for individuals or companies; parliament may consider a special levy on TotalEnergies, Lescure not opposed but prime minister said deficit will not be solved via tax hikes.