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.

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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.