# French economy ‘headed for a wall’ as GDP shrinks, finance minister warns

https://mins.news/en/item/122154

- France 24, 2026-10-30 08:01 UTC
- Economy
- Original: https://www.france24.com/en/business/20261030-french-economy-headed-for-a-wall-as-gdp-shrinks-finance-minister-warns

> France’s economy unexpectedly contracted in the third quarter, while inflation rose more than expected. Finance Minister Roland Lescure warned that the economy could be “headed for a wall” unless parliament soon approves a budget to reduce the deficit. Further nationwide protests this weekend are making spending cuts harder.

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