economie4.50 %French 10-year bonds hit 4.50%, an unprecedented level since 2012✓ Confirmed · 2 sources

France borrows at higher rates than Greece and Italy, a record gap with Germany

French 10-year bonds hit 4.50%, an unprecedented level since 2012.

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The gap with German rates exceeds 100 basis points, reflecting market concerns.

This increase weighs on public debt, already under European scrutiny.

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