The French government is set to lower its growth forecast for 2023 from 0.9% to 0.7%, as stated by work minister Astrid Panosyan-Bouvet. This adjustment follows comments from economy minister Éric Lombard about the delicate economic situation and external factors like proposed tariffs by the Trump administration. France's public sector deficit has widened significantly, prompting previous and current prime ministers to attempt budget reforms. Political uncertainty from a hung parliament is affecting investor confidence and economic growth. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)