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European Fixed Income Analysis — After-Tax Real Returns vs. Inflation

Best Government Bonds in France

Investing in Government Bonds is a key strategy for France residents looking to protect their savings. Currently, the European Central Bank (ECB) maintains the €STR rate at a level that significantly impacts many fixed-income products across the eurozone.

With an annual inflation rate of approximately 0.7% in France, finding yields that provide a positive real return after taxes of 30.0% is crucial for maintaining your long-term purchasing power.

Government Bonds Yields in France

TypeInstitution / ProductGross YieldAfter TaxReal YieldStatusDetails
Government Bonds
French OAT 10YFR
4.21%2.95%+2.25%Beats Inflation10-year French sovereign bond, benchmark duration
Government Bonds
French OAT 2YFR
2.64%1.85%+1.15%Beats Inflation2-year French sovereign bond, fixed rate
Government Bonds
French OAT 1YFR
2.30%1.61%+0.91%Beats Inflation1-year French sovereign bond (BTF), zero coupon treasury bill