Bloomberg Daybreak: Europe Edition Update: French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu Resigns
Oct 6, 2025
Valerie Teitel, a Bloomberg market commentator, dives into the political turmoil following French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu's sudden resignation. She analyzes how this shock has led to a selloff of French assets and rising bond yields. Teitel discusses the implications for President Macron, including potential early elections and political fallout. The conversation also touches on gold nearing $4,000 and investor shifts to safe-haven assets amid uncertainty. It's a whirlwind of market reactions and challenges facing France in the wake of this political upheaval.
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Rapid Political Shock In France
- Sébastien Lecornu resigned a day after unveiling a broadly unchanged cabinet, escalating political uncertainty in France.
- Markets reacted quickly with French bond yields spiking and asset prices tumbling on the news.
Safe Havens Surge Amid Fiscal Worries
- Investors are moving into safe havens like gold and Bitcoin amid broader fiscal worries and market volatility.
- Gold surged toward $4,000 an ounce while Bitcoin set fresh highs during the risk-off move.
OPEC+ Drip-Feeds Supply Back
- OPEC+ plans a cautious return of 137,000 barrels a day, signaling continued market share competition despite a budding surplus.
- The decision reflects differing national constraints, especially Russia's production risks from attacks.