France: open question
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French financial markets are nor concern about disruption by labor unions, since their real concern is that welfare reform should be implemented. Changes in the value of the French franc relect confidence of financial markets, with bond markets following. French share prices have not performed well in 1995 compared with other European stock markets. French economic growth is forecast at less than 3% for 1995, and corporate earnings are under pressure.
Publication Name: Investors Chronicle
Subject: Business
ISSN: 0261-3115
Year: 1995
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Tightening of the French vice
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French share prices fell in 1st qtr 1995, then rose after the presidential election. French economic policy is constrained by worry over government finances and financial markets are not convinced of the franc fort policy. This means that interest rates are high in relation to German rates. Investors are not convinced that French fiscal policy will make significant inroads on the deficit, Gross domestic product is likely to be some 3% in 1995.
Publication Name: Investors Chronicle
Subject: Business
ISSN: 0261-3115
Year: 1995
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Still in doubt
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French share prices have underperformed in the 1990s bull market but investors have gained some benefit from a strong French franc. French share prices do not appear likely to improve their performance. There is concern about the French economy and there are fewer indications of recovery than there are in Germany. Merrill Lynch sees the French market in a more positive light since corporate restructuring could have beneficial effects.
Publication Name: Investors Chronicle
Subject: Business
ISSN: 0261-3115
Year: 1996
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