France’s Avoids a Debt Downgrade From Moody’s, but Is Given a Warning

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Moody’s held the country’s credit rating steady amid political uncertainty and a rise in borrowing costs that have worsened France’s debt situation.

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Volvo Shares Plunge as China Ambitions Fade for Western Carmakers

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