A costly decision for savers
However, the reality is that the Ministry of Economy has decided to maintain this rate at 3% for a period of one year. Due to this unfortunate decision we lose about 104 euros in interest this year. In July 2023, Bruno Le Maire, Minister of Economy and Finance, made a surprise announcement on television.
Livret A, very popular with French savers, will be maintained at 3% for a period of one and a half years until January 2025. He claimed that the decision will provide security, stability and visibility to around 55 million holders. Leverett A. a booklet.
However, this good news led to another less pleasant reality: without this freeze, the livre rate would have to rise from 1 to 4.10%.er August last year. This scenario therefore indicates a potential loss of 140 euros or more for the year 2023.
Calculation based on specific formula
Livret is a rate usually adjusted according to a specific formula that takes into account the average values of two essential parameters: inflation and interbank rates of the previous semester, according to information provided by specialized sites. Without a freeze imposed by the Minister, the Leverate A rate should be set at 1 to 3.90%.er February for a minimum period of six months.
How can you estimate your potential losses due to this decision?
- Calculate the difference between the current rate (3%) and the no-freeze rate (4.10%).
- Multiply this difference by the total amount of your savings in Leverate A.
- Divide this result by 12 to get the monthly loss and multiply it by the number of months involved to get the total loss.
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What are the options to limit the negative effects of freezing the Livret A rate?
- Consider other forms of savings, such as Housing Savings Plan (PEL) or Housing Savings Account (CEL), which offer more advantageous interest rates.
- Diversify your savings by investing in medium-risk vehicles such as bonds, which can offer higher returns than Leverage A, while remaining less risky than pure stocks.
- If you are retired or close to retirement age, consider switching a portion of your savings to life annuity products, which will ensure you a regular and stable income throughout your retirement years.
- Also remember to consult economic news regularly to stay informed about rate changes and the best investment opportunities available in the market.
