France has a mixed market economy, with the majority of market activity driven by competitive private firms. However, a significant share of the market is owned by the state.

France’s finances and politics are in turmoil. President Emmanuel Macron has just appointed a new prime minister — the fourth person to hold the job in the past 12 months. The deficit is out …

3 days ago · France’s economic outlook for 2026 remains constrained by rising debt, high deficits, and political deadlock. Growth is set to recover modestly, but limited fiscal consolidation and …

Explore France's current economy with data and forecasts from globally renowned economists. Gain insight on France's current economic outlook here.

Jun 19, 2025 · GDP is not expected to grow by more than 0.6% in 2025, according to the latest economic outlook by France's national statistics institute. All drivers of economic activity have …

Sep 11, 2025 · France's economy will grow marginally faster than previously expected this year as rebounds in the aeronautics industry, tourism, real estate and agriculture offset weak …

Oct 30, 2025 · France’s economy expanded by 0.5% quarter-on-quarter in Q3 2025, accelerating from 0.3% in the previous quarter and confirming preliminary estimates. This marks the …

3 days ago · France’s economy is set to keep growing through the first half of next year, overcoming heightened political and budget uncertainty.

6 days ago · Amidst industrial decline and foreign control, France's economy faces a gloomy outlook in 2025, with social housing providing v...

Jul 3, 2025 · This section provides a monthly overview of the main economic data for France and a comparison with other European countries.