Banque de France Governor François Villeroy de Galhau calls for stronger deficit reduction in 2026 and urges Europe to assert economic sovereignty amid US-China tensions and Mercosur trade debates.
Europe faces economic headwinds from euro appreciation and global trade tensions, pressuring growth and industrial output, with French officials calling for greater economic sovereignty.
France adopts a challenging 2026 budget with difficult concessions while President Macron criticizes the ECB's restrictive monetary policy for impeding economic growth.
AI sparks divided views in France, seen as both an economic disruptor and a catalyst for innovation, with experts urging adaptation amid broader economic challenges.
Nobel laureate Philippe Aghion proposes a voluntary European single capital market to close the economic growth gap with the US, emphasizing innovation and policy reform.
Éric Lombard urges the French government to reconsider use of article 49.3 of the Constitution to break the political deadlock and ensure passage of the 2026 budget.
Nobel laureates Philippe Aghion and Paul Krugman discuss the need for an EU unified capital market to enhance innovation and economic competitiveness against the US.
Critical voices highlight inequities and setbacks in France's youth employment policies, as economic and budget challenges threaten apprenticeship funding and future opportunities.
Starting January 2026, France enacts key social and economic policy changes including wage hikes and service cost increases, alongside a temporary budget law amid parliamentary delays.
The Bank of France has raised growth forecasts for 2025-2026, underscoring economic resilience but highlighting losses due to political and budgetary uncertainties.
France confronts economic stagnation with declining growth and investment, prompting Nobel laureate Philippe Aghion to propose innovative solutions amid shifting consumer trends among youth.
Amidst high and complex taxation in France, the government opts against any exceptional minimum wage increase for 2025, maintaining only inflation-linked adjustments due to challenging economic conditions.
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.
Amid France’s record €3.4 trillion debt and rising interest burdens, Bruno Le Maire faces mounting criticism but defends his economic management and outlines ongoing challenges.
Debates intensify in France as Nobel-led report condemns rising global inequality calling for fiscal reforms, while Macron's Nobel-winning advisor's innovation theory faces critique for overlooking social equity.
Leading economists and officials in France stress innovation-driven growth and fiscal responsibility as pillars of the country's economic strategy and investor confidence.
France has implemented a strategic "war economy" policy to rapidly adapt its economic and industrial capacities in support of military readiness amid growing concerns about future high-intensity conflicts in Europe.
France's 2026 budget discussions focus on extending the Dutreil pact to help small business employee buyouts and contentious debates over the wealth-targeting Zucman tax, highlighting political divisions and economic priorities.
Philippe Aghion urges collective action for France's 2025 economic challenges as industrialists voice concerns and global growth forecasts predict slowdown.
French business leaders and former officials warn that political instability is jeopardizing economic growth and urge the government to adopt credible budgets and postpone contentious reforms.
Philippe Aghion’s 2025 Nobel Prize highlights his influential work on innovation-driven economic growth and its significance for France and global economic leadership.
The newly formed Lecornu II government seeks to manage France's political crisis and difficult economic situation amid opposition challenges and looming budget deadlines.
Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu’s impending government formation likely includes the rehiring of ex-economy minister Roland Lescure, alongside other key appointments shaping France’s policy direction.
Budget rapporteur Philippe Juvin calls for deeper spending cuts and defends key reforms as Prime Minister Lecornu faces political challenges and potential resignation.
Political instability in France is hampering economic growth, with experts urging fiscal discipline and institutional reform amid governance challenges.
France and the EU face significant challenges in implementing wealth taxes amid political, economic, and coordination hurdles, with the Zucman tax proposal at the center of debate.
Resigning French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu warns suspension of pension reform could cost at least €3 billion by 2027 and stresses need for debate amid financial risks.
France grapples with economic paralysis and political disconnect as leaders focus on taxes over spending, raising fiscal deficits before crucial 2026 elections.
Sébastien Lecornu's newly formed government grapples with internal political dissent and economic hurdles amid low investor confidence and modest growth prospects.