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France is currently experiencing a new period of political and economic uncertainty, following the resignation of François Bayrou as Prime Minister. Bayrou's departure was prompted by the rejection of his 2026 budget proposal, which aimed to save 44 billion euros.
On Tuesday, Bayrou initiated a confidence vote, which he lost the previous evening. The financial market could experience volatility due to these changes, as the new government's approach to the budget may significantly influence the economic direction of France.
The French President, Emmanuel Macron, appointed Sébastien Lecornu, the current Defense Minister, as the new Prime Minister on September 2025. Lecornu will be tasked with forming a new government and navigating the country through this challenging period.
The appointment comes after Fitch, a leading rating agency, placed France on a negative watch. A downgrade from Fitch is now considered likely, which could potentially affect the interest rate for French government bonds.
The socialist party in France has proposed an alternative budget, aiming to save only half as much as Bayrou's proposal. This alternative budget would be funded in part by higher taxes on large companies and the wealthy. The successor of François Bayrou may have to make concessions to the socialist party to pass the budget on time, further adding to the political instability.
Investors are eagerly awaiting the assessment of rating agency Fitch, as it could provide insights into the potential impact on France's credit rating. John Plassard, head of investment strategy at Cité Gestion Private Bank, made a statement expressing concerns about the financial market's reaction to the changes in the French budget and government.
The financial market's volatility could be exacerbated by the potential concessions made to the socialist party, as the bond market might react to these changes. The new Prime Minister's decisions will be crucial in steering France through this turbulent time.
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