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France Faces Significant Shortfall in High-Income Tax Revenues as Corporate Tax Hike Targets Large Companies in 2026
France adjusts its fiscal strategy in 2026 after the high-income tax falls short, focusing on taxing large companies to stabilize government revenues and protect households.
Billionaires and Oxfam Renew Calls for Wealth Tax Ahead of 2026 Davos Summit
Ahead of the 2026 Davos summit, Oxfam highlights record billionaire wealth while calls for heavy taxation grow, with French billionaires cautiously engaged yet silent publicly.
French Government Projects €8 Billion from Corporate Surtax in 2026 Budget Amid Political Maneuvers
The French 2026 budget plans a €8 billion surtax on large companies' profits, exemptions for medium firms, and political strategies for budget approval amid broader tax reforms.
French Government Confirms 2026 Surtax on Large Company Profits to Fund Social Spending
France confirms a 2026 surtax on large company profits expected to raise up to 8 billion Euros for social spending, amid political debate.
France Debates 2026 Corporate Profit Surtax Amid Political and Business Disagreement
France's government negotiates a contested 2026 surtax on large corporations’ profits amid political opposition and business sector warnings.
Call for Transparency as Thousands of Wealthy French Allegedly Pay No Income Tax
Following claims that thousands of wealthy French individuals pay no income tax, Eric Coquerel demands transparency from the Ministry of Economy, sparking political debate.
France's 2026 Economic Outlook and New Tax Credit Advance Payment Launch
Experts predict economic shifts for France in 2026 as a new tax credit advance payment benefits 9 million taxpayers.
France Faces Heated Debates and Political Tensions Over 2026 Finance Bill
Debates over France’s 2026 finance bill resume amid political resistance and potential use of constitutional article 49.3 to pass the contentious budget.
French Government to Retroactively Enforce Agricultural Tax Measures from January 2026
The French government plans to retroactively apply key agricultural tax measures from January 1, 2026, to support the sector amid the upcoming PLF 2026 debate.
French Government Extends Tax Exemption on Tips Until 2026 Budget Vote
The French government has prolonged the tax exemption on tips for low-wage workers until the 2026 budget vote, following legislative delays and sector opposition to taxing tips.
France Faces Persistent Challenges in Combating Tax Fraud Despite New Legislative Efforts
France plans a new anti-fraud law following a critical report highlighting stalled progress and persistent challenges in combating tax fraud.
Holiday Financial Strains Lead to Credit Use; New Tax Reporting Rules for Monetary Gifts in 2026
French consumers increasingly finance holiday gifts with credit amid financial strain, while new 2026 tax rules mandate online declarations for certain monetary gifts.
Lecornu Secures Last-Minute Compromise on Softened CSG Increase for 2025 Social Security Budget
Sébastien Lecornu orchestrated a last-minute compromise leading to a softened CSG increase on capital income, securing key social security funding while avoiding harsher fiscal measures.
PM Lecornu Aims to Shield Small Savers Amid CSG Tax Increase Debate
Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu seeks to protect small savers from the proposed CSG tax increase during the 2026 social security budget debates, amid political tensions.
French Senate Rejects Corporate Surtax in 2026 Budget, Sparking Political Debate
The French Senate has rejected the corporate surtax on large companies proposed in the 2026 budget, intensifying political divides over taxation and fiscal policy.
French Airports Face Loss of 1.3 Million Passengers Amid Tripling of Aviation Solidarity Tax
The tripling of France's aviation solidarity tax is leading airlines to cut flights, with French airports expecting a loss of 1.3 million passengers in 2025.
Widespread French Discontent Over High Taxes and Public Spending Inefficiency in 2025
Surveys reveal increasing French public dissatisfaction with high taxes and perceived inefficiencies in public spending in 2025.
No Exceptional Minimum Wage Increase as France Grapples with High Tax Burden
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.
Critics Slam 2026 Budget as a Blow to Youth, Urge Political Unity for Children’s Future
The 2026 budget faces criticism from Christelle Morançais and the Citizen Convention for its negative effects on youth and the call for political unity to protect children’s futures.
French Government Launches Consultation on 2026 Property Tax Changes Amid Criticism
France's government has launched a consultation to update the property tax system for 2026, focusing on comfort elements that will likely increase taxes for millions, amid widespread political criticism.
French Government Faces Backlash Over 2025 Property Tax Increase Including Utilities
The French government's 2025 property tax increase, now including utilities, faces political opposition and affects millions of households.
French National Assembly Approves €2 Tax on Small Parcels from Outside EU to Boost Product Safety
France's National Assembly approved a €2 tax on small parcels from outside the EU to finance enhanced product safety checks starting January 2026.
Property Tax in France to Rise for 7.4 Million Homes in 2026 Due to Revaluation of Amenities
In 2026, French property tax will increase on average by €63 for 7.4 million homes due to a new method including amenities in tax calculations, aiming for fairer assessments.
France Reinstates Pre-2019 Exit Tax Amid Budget Debates; Dutreil Pact Faces Scrutiny
The French Assembly reinstates the pre-2019 exit tax, scrutinizes the costly Dutreil pact, and debates environmental tax reforms amid ongoing pension reform suspensions.
France's 2026 Budget Faces Economic Challenges and Regional Business Concerns
France's 2026 finance bill faces scrutiny over rising taxes and economic insecurity, with Occitanie businesses warning against the impact of budget decisions on growth and employment.
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.
French National Assembly Resumes 2026 Budget Review Amid Political Divisions and Fiscal Amendments
The French National Assembly resumed examination of the 2026 state budget, reviewing over 2,100 amendments amid political divisions and fiscal debates on pensions, taxes, and social support measures.
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.
French National Assembly Approves Tax on Non-European Retirees Benefiting from Social Security
The French National Assembly has approved a new mandatory social security contribution for non-European foreign retirees, mainly Americans, residing in France without previous contributions.
French National Assembly Unexpectedly Repeals Major 5 Billion Euro Industry Tax Amid Budget Debate
The French National Assembly unexpectedly repealed the 5 billion euro C3S industrial tax during the 2026 budget debate, marking a significant and surprising fiscal shift.
French Budget 2026 Debate Intensifies Over Tax Reform and Political Clashes
The 2026 French budget debate heats up with MoDem-led tax reforms on wealthy assets and sharp political confrontations between Gérald Darmanin and RN leader Jordan Bardella.
2026 French Budget Expands Wealth Tax Base, Targets High-Income and Property Owners
France's 2026 budget reforms expand the wealth tax base beyond real estate and introduce a flat 1% IFI rate, targeting luxury assets and unproductive wealth to boost revenue from high earners.
France's 2026 Budget Talks Stall as Left Boycotts Negotiations, Exit Tax Reinstated
Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu seeks closed-door talks after left parties boycott budget negotiations, while deputies reinstate the exit tax to curb evasion.
Contentious Debate and Political Blame Mark France's 2026 Budget Negotiations
Political tensions and procedural delays mark the fraught negotiations over France's 2026 budget, with sharp accusations exchanged over tax reforms and legislative deadlocks.
French 2026 Budget Sparks Political and Industrial Turmoil Amidst Tax Hikes and Parliamentary Deadlock
The 2026 French budget proposal has sparked political clashes, unexpected legislative alliances, and industrial protests over tax hikes and austerity measures.
2026 Budget Revenue Debate Faces Delays Amid Legislative Suspension
The 2026 budget's revenue section faces delays as the Assembly suspends its examination to focus on Social Security and pension reform discussions.
France Approves Modest 'Unproductive Wealth' Tax Amid Budget Negotiation Turmoil
France approves a modest new 'unproductive wealth' tax amid complex 2026 budget negotiations marked by political deadlock and party tensions.
Sébastien Lecornu Postpones Zucman Tax Debate to Next Presidential Election Amid Budget 2026 Negotiations
French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu postpones the Zucman tax debate to the next presidential election amid contentious 2026 budget talks.
French National Assembly Approves Transforming Wealth Tax into 'Impôt sur la Fortune Improductive' in 2026 Budget
The French National Assembly has approved an amendment for 2026 that transforms the wealth tax IFI into a tax on unproductive wealth, expanding its scope and sparking renewed debate.