Mitterrand victory reshapes France's governing power
Francois Mitterrand won a landslide legislative victory, securing a workable majority for his Socialist government. The 64 year old veteran faces mixed reactions from supporters and rivals as markets wobble with franc weakness and stock losses, while advisers reassure allies abroad. Investors flee French shares, shifting funds to gold amid unresolved questions about his ideology and policies.
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