France's Economy and Finance Ministry said on the 19th that the general
government debt-to-GDP ratio is rising and is projected to reach 119.3% in 2026
and 121.7% in 2027. INSEE reported public debt stood at €3.5361 tln at end‑Q1
2026, or 117.5% of GDP, up from 115.7% at end‑2025. The ratio is now
third-highest in the euro area, below only Greece and Italy.