Bordeaux Hosts Major Global Social Economy Forum Amidst Growth and Challenges
Bordeaux's 2025 Global Social Economy Forum drew thousands worldwide to discuss ESS growth and challenges amid visa issues and funding concerns.
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Nobel Laureate Philippe Aghion Inspires French High School Students on Social Mobility and Economic Ambition
Nobel laureate Philippe Aghion visited a high school in Arles to emphasize the importance of education and ambition, ...
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Nobel Laureate Philippe Aghion Inspires French High School Students on Social Mobility and Economic Ambition
Nobel laureate Philippe Aghion visited a high school in Arles to emphasize the importance of education and ambition, addressing the decline of social mobility in France and advocating for collective action to restore it.
Bordeaux Hosts Major Global Social Economy Forum Amidst Growth and Challenges
Bordeaux's 2025 Global Social Economy Forum drew thousands worldwide to discuss ESS growth and challenges amid visa issues and funding concerns.
Historic Legal Battle: French Trade Federations and Brands Sue Shein for Unfair Competition
Twelve French trade federations and around one hundred brands have launched a landmark lawsuit against Shein for unfair competition, seeking substantial reparations amid government backing.
Launch of New Economic Cooperation Hub and Social Economy Forum Highlight ESS Growth in France
Recent initiatives in Tours and Vendée spotlight growth and cooperation in France's social and solidarity economy, focusing on social impact and ecological goals.
French Communities and Metropolis Lead Circular Economy Initiatives in 2025
In 2025, French communities and Rennes Métropole advance the circular economy through recycling challenges, sustainable construction, waste prevention, and a national conference on sustainable products.
French Justice Intensifies Probe into Altice Corruption, Conducts Extensive Searches and Seizes €14 Million
French authorities have conducted extensive raids and seized over €14 million in an intensified investigation into corruption and money laundering allegations involving Altice and associates of Patrick Drahi.
Base aérienne 721 Drives Economic Growth in Rochefort and Surrounding Areas
Base aérienne 721 significantly boosts economic activity and employment in Rochefort and surrounding municipalities, impacting key sectors like health and commerce.
Choose France Summit Unveils €30.4 Billion Investment Drive to Boost French Industry and Reindustrialization
The Choose France Summit reveals a €30.4 billion investment plan targeting key industries to drive reindustrialization and secure France’s economic future amid budget concerns.
Choose France Summit Highlights Commitment to Domestic Investment and French Tech Innovation
The Choose France 2025 summit highlights over 30 billion euros in investments focused on domestic industries and French Tech startups, featuring government leaders and a high-profile startup dinner at the Élysée.
French Government Takes Legal Action Against Greybull Over Failed Novasco Steelmaker Revival
The French government sues British fund Greybull over unmet commitments to the Novasco steelmaker, amid looming liquidation and job losses.
Choose France Summit Highlights €30 Billion French Domestic Investments Amid Economic and Political Turbulence
The Choose France summit in Paris reveals over €30 billion in French company investments amidst political uncertainty and industrial decline concerns.
France Boosts Doliprane Production Amid Major Domestic Investment Surge
France increases Doliprane production by 30% with major investments announced at the Choose France summit, underscoring a broader push for domestic manufacturing growth.
France Announces Over €30 Billion in Domestic Investments at Choose France 2025 Summit
France announces over €30 billion in domestic investments across multiple sectors at the Choose France 2025 summit, highlighting new projects and commitments by major French companies.
French Companies Show Investment Resilience Amid Economic Uncertainty at 'Choose France' Event
French companies showcased robust domestic investment at the "Choose France" event despite political and economic uncertainties.
France Advancing Social Economy and Inclusion with Cooperative Growth and Corporate Initiatives
France strengthens social economy and inclusion by expanding cooperative Archimède and growing corporate Manifeste Inclusion commitments to support workforce integration for people with disabilities.
French Economic Initiatives Boost Employment and Energy Efficiency
France advances social and fiscal economic initiatives with Iddees supporting job insertion and municipalities offering tax breaks to promote energy-efficient home renovations.
Shein Faces Setbacks with Store Openings in France Amid Industry Protection Concerns
Shein's recent store opening in Paris drew large crowds but faced negative feedback, leading to postponed expansions across France as regulatory scrutiny and calls for protecting French industry continue.
Fashion Retail Faces Crisis: IKKS Judicial Recovery and Major Brands Exit BHV Amid Competition and Payment Issues
IKKS enters judicial recovery affecting over 1,000 jobs, while major brands flee BHV following Shein's arrival, signaling turmoil in France's fashion retail ahead of Christmas.
France Advances Circular Economy with Poitiers Furniture Project and Guadeloupe Educational Event
France boosts its circular economy with eco-friendly furniture in Poitiers and a sustainability-focused educational event in Guadeloupe.
Loire Tourisme Champions Inclusive and Sustainable Tourism for Economic Growth
Loire Tourisme advances an inclusive and sustainable tourism strategy, aiming to enhance accessibility for people with disabilities and boost regional economic growth by 2030.
Fiscal Effort Debate Intensifies Over France's 2026 Budget as Entrepreneurs Voice Concerns
France faces a complex debate on fiscal efforts for the 2026 budget with entrepreneurs warning against tax hikes that might hinder growth amid political divisions on pension reform.
Europe's Strategic Push for AI: Bruno Le Maire Calls for Unified Investment and Innovation
Bruno Le Maire calls for unified European investment and innovation in AI to compete globally and address economic fragmentation.
Afpa and Valobat Partner to Embed Circular Economy Skills in French Building Sector
Afpa and Valobat's new partnership will enhance circular economy skills among building professionals in France, promoting sustainable practices and waste reduction.
France Eyes Modest Economic Growth of 0.7% in 2025 Amid Political Uncertainty
France's economy showed resilience with 0.5% growth in Q3 2023 and forecasts predict 0.7% growth in 2025 despite political and international uncertainties.
French Economy Under Strain: Challenges in Farming and Clothing Sectors
France's agriculture and clothing sectors face severe challenges from low-cost imports and governmental fiscal pressures, intensifying economic concerns.
Local Initiatives Bolster Social Economy Funding and Youth Career Development in November 2025
November 2025 sees key French local events advancing funding for social projects and youth career opportunities while addressing economic challenges.
Greece Warns of Domino Effect from France's Economic Crisis
Greek Prime Minister Mitsotakis warns that France’s economic instability is a "ticking bomb" that could threaten Greece's recovery and European financial stability.
Regional Economic Agency Meeting Highlights Besançon's Industrial Strength and Future Focus
The Regional Economic Agency held its board meeting in Besançon, emphasizing continued support for local aerospace industry and regional economic development.
Hagondange Steel Plant Faces Uncertain Future as Court Reviews Takeover Offers
The Hagondange steel plant in France faces potential closure as the court reviews acquisition offers that propose large job cuts, prompting worker protests and government involvement.
Promoting Social Solidarity and Local Economic Initiatives in France through ESS Forum and Cigales Funding
France advances local economic and social initiatives through the ESS Forum in Cotentin and the Cigales solidarity financing model in Bourgogne Franche-Comté, supporting sustainable community development.
Finance Minister Le Maire's Secret Letter Reveals France's Urgent Deficit Reduction Challenges
Bruno Le Maire's secret 2024 letter disclosed urgent deficits and calls for savings, amid rising unemployment benefit costs from termination agreements affecting France's budget goals.
Government Budget Cuts Threaten Sustainability of France's Social and Solidarity Economy
France's Social and Solidarity Economy sector faces severe government budget cuts, leading to financial crises and company liquidations.
France Terre d'Asile Projects Nearly €3 Billion Annual Gain from Regularizing Undocumented Migrants
France Terre d'Asile reports that regularizing 250,000 undocumented migrants could add nearly €3 billion annually to France's economy through taxes and savings.
Tremplin Homme et Patrimoine Wins 2025 ESS Prize for Integrating Inmates through Heritage Restoration
Tremplin Homme et Patrimoine received the 2025 Prix de l’ESS for its pioneering program integrating inmates through heritage restoration in the medieval village of Brancion.
Eure Gears Up for Industry Week 2025 with Over 120 Company Visits and Recruitment Drives
Eure's Industry Week 2025 will deliver over 120 company visits to promote industrial careers, highlight recruitment needs, and encourage youth participation from November 17 to 23.
French Local Initiatives Drive Circular Economy and Sustainable Employment
French regions showcase sustainable economic projects emphasizing circular economy and social employment, boosting local agriculture and reducing environmental impact.
Louis Schweitzer, Former Renault CEO and Economic Icon, Dies at 83
Louis Schweitzer, former Renault CEO and key figure in the Renault-Nissan alliance, has died at 83, leaving a lasting legacy in French industry.
France's Trade Deficit Narrows in Q3 2025 Amid Aerospace Export Gains and Sectoral Shifts
France's trade deficit improved notably in Q3 2025 due to rising aerospace exports and a recovering agricultural sector, despite ongoing energy deficits and mixed regional trade outcomes.
France Faces Historic Industrial Decline Amid Ambitious Yet Fragile Reindustrialization Efforts
France confronts a significant industrial decline marked by historic factory closures and job losses amid cautious efforts to boost reindustrialization and innovation.
France Hosts Key Events Advancing Regenerative and Social Solidarity Economies
Two parallel events in Lyon and Nancy emphasize France's commitment to advancing regenerative and social solidarity economies, highlighting local initiatives and broad participation.