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French Government Raises Livret A and LDDS Savings Rates to Support Household Purchasing Power

France increased regulated savings account rates for Livret A and LDDS accounts from one point five percent to one point seven percent following recommendations from the Banque de France, aiming to support household savings amid changing inflation conditions.
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