French Inflation Jumps as Iran War Impacts Growth and Spending

The French economy is showing resilience to the Middle East conflict, but inflation is now projected to jump, eroding household purchasing power and slowing growth in early 2026.

25 Mar, 08:20 — 25 Mar, 08:20

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Inflation in France jumps as Iran war hits growth and spending

France is heading for a sharp rise in inflation this spring as soaring oil prices linked to the conflict in Iran erode household purchasing power, with growth expected to slow in early 2026, the national statistics agency said.

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First report: le-figaro · 24 Mar, 16:19|Full coverage: 2 · 16h|Window: 16h

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L’économie française résiste au conflit au Moyen-Orient, mais l’inflation devrait grimper à 2% au printemps

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French Inflation Jumps as Iran War Impacts Growth and Spending

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L’économie française résiste au conflit au Moyen-Orient, mais l’inflation devrait grimper à 2% au printemps

Inflation in France jumps as Iran war hits growth and spending

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