The optimal way to exploit ‘peak’ French political volatility around Monday’s big confidence vote

Investors in French risk assets have become accustomed to political instability and the reaction to the latest turmoil is measured thus far. Read More

Le Big Short: French Political Risk Runs Deep

It’s getting harder for financial markets to look away from the raucous circus of French politics, a year on from snap elections called by Emmanuel Macron that strengthened populist parties and eroded ... Read More

Polymarket says one French whale is responsible for the lion’s share of bets on a Trump win, to the tune of $28 million worth of crypto

In the final few weeks of the presidential race, some polls and prediction markets are indicating we could have Donald Trump back in office come January 2025. For the first time since August, the ... Read More

French political crisis carries steep economic risk, business leaders say

PARIS, Aug 27 (Reuters) - The French prime minister's decision to hold a confidence vote next month carries heavy risks for the economy, bringing back fears of recession, business leaders said on ... Read More