France Government Debt to GDP
116.0%▲ +2.82 pt
Dec 2025 · Annual
France's government debt reached 115.99% of GDP in 2025, up from 113.17% in 2024. The ratio hit a new all-time high, surpassing the previous record set in 2024. The series dates back to 1980, when the debt stood at 21.30% of GDP.
| Actual | Previous | Highest | Lowest | Dates | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 116.0% | 113.2% | 116.0%Dec 2025 | 21.3%Dec 1980 | 1980 – 2025 | Annual |
Related indicators
| Indicator | Last | Previous | Highest | Lowest | Last updated | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Government Budget | -5.1% | -5.8% | 0.8% | -8.9% | Dec 2025 | Annual |
| Interest Rate | 2.3% | 2.3% | 4.8% | 0.0% | Aug 2026 | Monthly |
About this series
Government Debt to GDP in France averaged 78.1% from 1980 until 2025, reaching an all-time high of 116.0% in Dec 2025 and a record low of 21.3% in Dec 1980. The series is reported yearly with history from 1980.
Government debt as a percentage of GDP measures the total outstanding debt of the general government relative to the country's economic output. It is reported annually, with the series spanning from 1980 to 2025.
Source & methodology
We use primary economic sources for every country. See our methodology page for how we source and verify this data.
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