# Protests and reforms: France's rising debt costs threaten stability

https://mins.news/en/item/132548

- DW, 2026-11-06 14:37 UTC
- Economy
- Original: https://www.dw.com/en/protests-and-reforms-france-s-rising-debt-costs-threaten-stability/a-79865654?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf

> France plans an extra €4 billion for education amid nationwide protests, as mounting public debt and interest costs constrain government finances. Public debt is about 120% of GDP, borrowing costs exceed Germany's, and the premium on French bonds has more than doubled since June 2026. The government is expected to pay over €79 billion in interest in 2026, with the bill projected to rise further.

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