French factory production falls at strongest rate since May 2020
In December 2024, French factory production fell at its strongest pace since May 2020, due to a ‘substantial’ weakening of…
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Business climate in France ‘darkened further’ in December
The business climate in France ‘darkened further’ in December, with deterioration seen in every business sector except for manufacturing, where…
Hourly wages in France rose by 2.8% in Q3 2023
Hourly wages in France rose by 2.8% in the third quarter, compared to the corresponding period last year, new data…
France’s GDP sees growth in Q3, boosted by Olympics
France‘s GDP increased by 0.4% in the third quarter of 2024, boosted by economic activity linked to the Paris 2024…
Household confidence declines in France in November
Household confidence in France dropped by three points in November, as optimism about the financial situation waned, new data from…
Business climate in France has deteriorated, says Insee
The business climate in France deteriorated in November 2024, according to national statistics body Insee, with the composite indicator dropping…
Lower-income households in France are more exposed to ‘heat islands’
Lower-income households in France are disproportionately more affected by ‘heat island’ effects, when urban areas experience higher temperatures than surrounding…
Unemployment rate ‘stable’ in France in third quarter
The unemployment rate in France was largely stable in the third quarter of 2024, at 7.4%, compared to 7.3% in…
French consumers committed to local, sustainable products, says Kantar
Some 58% of French consumers believe that buying local has a ‘positive impact’ on their communities, a new study by…
Manufacturing output fell in France in September 2024
Manufacturing industry output in France fell by 0.8% in September 2024, following a 1.4% increase in August, new data from…