We expect France’s GDP to grow by 0.6% in 2026 and around 1.0% in 2027, in line with Eurozone growth. While higher inflation and elevated policy uncertainty, both domestic and external, are likely to weigh on demand in 2026, the economy should retain some underlying resilience, helped by a gradual recovery in private domestic demand, particularly household consumption and business investment moving into 2027.
How debt restructuring, rebuilt reserves and a fiscal turnaround are reshaping the country’s credit fundamentals — and what it means for emerging market debt investors
Korean equities have rallied strongly since 2025, driven by AI and advanced technology demand that has lifted earnings expectations, particularly for semiconductor leaders. Beyond tech, improving governance, shareholder-friendly reforms, and broader opportunities support the investment case.