FRANCE FINANCE MINISTER LESCURE: NO REASON TO REVISE GROWTH FORECAST || GOVT SEES 0.9% GDP GROWTH IN 2026

France's Finance Minister Lescure stated that there is no reason to revise the country's growth forecast, maintaining a projected GDP growth rate of 0.9% for 2026. This affirmation suggests stability in France's economic outlook, which may bolster investor confidence and influence capital flows into French equities and bonds. The lack of revision indicates a steady risk appetite among investors, potentially supporting the euro against other currencies. Traders will closely watch upcoming economic data releases, particularly the quarterly GDP figures, to assess any shifts in growth momentum that could impact future forecasts.

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