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French Infrastructure Stocks Fall on Tax-Hike Concern

More than €2 billion was erased from the value of French airport and highway operators on Tuesday after the government said it was considering higher taxes on transport infrastructure. The market reaction affected companies tied to airports and highways, according to Bloomberg, which reported the loss in value as equivalent to $2.3 billion.

More than €2 billion ($2.3 billion) was wiped from the value of French airport and highway operators on Tuesday after the government said it was considering higher taxes on transport infrastructure, Bloomberg reported.

The report did not identify the companies affected or specify the proposed tax measures.

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Bloomberg — French Infrastructure Stocks Weighed Down by Tax-Hike Concern