French bond yields have topped 5%, their highest level since 2002, after widespread protests and violence over the weekend. It’s a sign that investors are losing confidence in France’s finances, as the government grapples with budget and debt problems. Also in the show – chipmaker Nvidia says it’s invested $10 billion in European tech firms to boost the ‘AI economy,’ and the UK approves a controversial natural gas field as PM Andy Burnham faces pressure over energy costs.
The post French bond yields hit 24-year high after unrest appeared first on France 24 – International breaking news, top stories and headlines.
