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French economy unexpectedly shrinks in third quarter

France's economy unexpectedly contracted in the third quarter, as rising headwinds weighed on activity. Inflation approached a three-year high, while investment kept falling and exports declined, adding pressure to the country's already weakening economic outlook.
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