France
US Dollar (USD)
Economic Highlights
- Strong growth with contained inflationGDP growth of 3.15%% with annual inflation at 2.60%% - a stable growth combination.
- High income levelAverage monthly wage of 4,144 USD places this country in the high-income range.
GDP Forecast
Forecast: LinearTrend-v1 · ±10,166.588 (95% band) · MAE 4,094.616 · RMSE 5,187.035
France Economic Overview
France's economy is characterized by its unique economic structure and regional importance. This page provides comprehensive economic indicators including GDP growth trends, inflation rates, unemployment statistics, and debt-to-GDP ratios.
Understanding France's economic performance is essential for investors, policymakers, and researchers analyzing global economic trends and making informed decisions.
- GDP Analysis: Track historical growth patterns and quarterly performance
- Inflation Monitoring: Consumer Price Index trends and purchasing power insights
- Labor Market: Unemployment rates and workforce participation data
- Fiscal Health: Government debt levels and budget balance information
- International Trade: Balance of payments and current account statistics
GDP Growth Trends (Last 5 Years)
Quick Facts
Central bank rate
2.6%
Gross Domestic Product per capita (annual)
USD 44,690.9
Average Wage:
USD 4,143.9
Minimum Wage:
USD 2,022.34
Credit rating
S&P AA · Moody's Aa2
VAT rate
20%
Corporate tax rate
25%
Top income tax rate
45%
Big Mac index
$5.70 (2025)
CAC 40
8,139▼ 0.81%
Inflation (CPI)
2.6%▲
YoY, Jul 2026
Unemployment Rate
8.3%
Jul 2026
Debt-to-GDP
N/A
France Ranking vs. G7 Nations
| Metric | GDP Growth | Inflation | Central bank rate | Labor Market |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| France | -21.8% | 2.6% | 2.6% | |
| United States of America | 6.5% | 3.4% | 3.9% | |
| Canada | -13.8% | 3.0% | 2.5% | |
| Germany | 5.7% | 2.9% | 2.6% | |
| Italy | N/A | 3.2% | 2.6% | |
| Japan | N/A | 0.3% | 1.0% | |
| United Kingdom | 8.4% | 3.4% | 3.8% |
Related Economic Indicators for France
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