French multinational Alstom has confirmed a major contract worth 2 billion euros to supply suburban metro trains for New York City. This deal highlights Alstom's growing presence in the United States market. Meanwhile, the French government has expressed heightened vigilance regarding foreign bids to acquire SFR, the telecommunications company. Authorities in Bercy have indicated concerns about potential foreign takeovers and possible price increases following the sale of SFR. These developments reflect ongoing scrutiny by the French government over strategic assets amid international investment interest.