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French bond yields near 24-year high as new protests loom

As ongoing protests grip France, the yields on government securities, known as OAT, have surged to a peak not seen in over 24 years. Both Marine Le Pen and Jean-Luc Melenchon lead polling efforts, presenting hurdles for any potential fiscal reforms. Such public demonstrations illustrate the persistent opposition any administration encounters while trying to enact essential reforms.

20 Oct 2026 4:57 pm