France raises 3 billion dollars via state asset sales
France's APE will raise 2.5 billion euros by selling stakes in three firms to Caisse des Depots. These funds will support strategic areas such as defense.
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France will raise €2.5B ($3B) by selling state-owned stakes in three infrastructure and housing firms to public lender Caisse des Depots. The APE state agency is offloading holdings in SLI, ATMB, and SFTRF to consolidate capital for strategic sectors. The state is prioritizing defense and high-tech assets over traditional infrastructure.
