Euro and French bonds slide as markets react to surprise left-wing surge in elections

After the New Popular Front left-wing alliance won the largest number of seats in France's National Assembly, investors have been assessing what this might mean for the French economy. In this edition, we look at what the market reaction to the surprise result has been and take a closer look at the New Popular Front's economic programme.

Jul 8, 2024 - 16:00
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Euro and French bonds slide as markets react to surprise left-wing surge in elections
After the New Popular Front left-wing alliance won the largest number of seats in France's National Assembly, investors have been assessing what this might mean for the French economy. In this edition, we look at what the market reaction to the surprise result has been and take a closer look at the New Popular Front's economic programme.