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

Oct 20, 2026

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.

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