
Who Owns EU Government Debt in 2026? The Real Holder Map
EU debt is held by domestic financial institutions, other resident investors and creditors abroad. See what official data show—and where the ECB fits.
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EU debt is held by domestic financial institutions, other resident investors and creditors abroad. See what official data show—and where the ECB fits.

France’s public debt reached €3.54 trillion and 117.6% of GDP in Q1 2026. Official Eurostat, INSEE and Commission data explain the increase and what comes next.