French minister warns economy 'at standstill', urges budget consolidation

French Economy Minister Roland Lescure warns the country will 'hit the wall' without budget consolidation, describing the economy as 'at a standstill' in 2026. He also reports 400 zero-interest loan applications from businesses vandalized during recent unrest. The warning signals fiscal strain and potential policy shift, though specifics on consolidation measures remain unclear.

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