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BUSINESS6h agoFrance: TotalEnergies cut-price fuel spikes controversy among rivalsTotalEnergies service stations are accused of distorting competition as they display France's lowest-priced fuel. Supermarkets that usually sell fuel as a loss leader to pull in customers are furious, along with independent service stations.EuroNews [en]
BUSINESS1d agoFrench tourists travel less while record number of internationals visit FranceInternational visitor numbers and revenues rose this summer, but fewer French people traveled in July and August. The French have shortened their getaways and cut back on spending due to the higher cost of living and recent heatwaves.Le Monde [en]
BUSINESS1d agoHow did Greece end up borrowing more cheaply than France?Greece now pays less than France to borrow despite carrying more debt. Here’s how Athens rebuilt market trust while Paris lost fiscal credibility.EuroNews [en]
BUSINESS5d agoDecathlon eyes new investment opportunities as Việt Nam - France ties deepenDecathlon is reportedly seeking new investment opportunities in Vietnam as economic and diplomatic ties between Vietnam and France strengthen. This indicates growing international business engagement and potential for economic development.vietnamnews.vn · Vietnam
BUSINESS5d agoGrowth: France lags behind its European neighboursInsee has cut its 2026 growth forecast from 0.7% to 0.4%. After a weak first half, sluggish consumption, falling investment and rising inflation darken prospects for year-end.EuroNews [en]
BUSINESSSep 8France trade deficit expands to €6.7B in JulySeeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESSSep 7France and South Korea vow to invest €1 billion to support audiovisual industryFrench President Emmanuel Macron made the announcement as more than 200 guests from 55 countries gathered for the Lumière cinema summit, co-chaired by South Korean President Lee Jae Myung.Le Monde [en]
BUSINESSSep 5UAE Flights Disrupted : Emirates , Etihad , Air Arabia , flydubai Delays and Cancellations as Air France Extends Dubai Suspension Amid US - Iran TensionsFlights from UAE airlines are experiencing delays and cancellations, and Air France has extended its Dubai suspension due to US-Iran tensions. This impacts international travel and highlights the economic consequences of geopolitical instability.gulfnews.com · United Arab Emirates
BUSINESSSep 4TAP privatisation: Portuguese government opens talks with Air France-KLM and LufthansaThe deal, which could be finalised soon, involves selling up to 49.9% of TAP's share capital, with 5% of the stake reserved for employees.EuroNews [en]
BUSINESSSep 3France Sells Bonds At Highest Rate Since 2008 Amid Deficit WorriesThe rate on the sale of 10-year OAT bonds rose to 4.23 percent at the monthly auction, up sharply from the 3.90 percent offered in August and the highest rate since 2008 during the global financial crisis. The post France Sells Bonds At Highest Rate Since 2008 Amid Deficit Worries appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
BUSINESSSep 3France services, composite PMIs fall below estimates in AugustFrance's services and composite Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) figures for August have fallen below estimates. This indicates a weaker-than-expected performance in key economic sectors.Seeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESSSep 1France takes aim at fast - fashion giants with new pricing penaltiesFrance is targeting fast-fashion companies with new pricing penalties. This indicates government action to regulate a specific industry, potentially impacting business models and consumer costs.parisguardian.com · France
BUSINESSSep 1Shein and Temu items could face €20 levy in France’s crackdown on ultra-fast fashionImports of small parcels from China have already fallen by up to 40 per cent since a separate €3 EU levy came into force in July.EuroNews [en]
BUSINESSSep 1Tesla August registrations surge in France, Denmark; slide in Norway, SwedenTesla's August registrations saw an increase in France and Denmark, while experiencing a decline in Norway and Sweden. This reflects varying sales performance for the company across different European markets.Seeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESSSep 1France manufacturing returns to expansion in August, but weak demand clouds outlookFrench manufacturing activity expanded in August, but the outlook is shadowed by weak demand. This indicates a mixed economic signal for France's industrial sector.Seeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESSAug 31France headed towards recession as economic troubles mountFrance's National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies released worrying figures that confirmed economic troubles for the country. Growth has stalled, inflation is rising, purchasing power is falling and employment is weakening.Le Monde [en]
BUSINESSAug 31France is becoming the ‘poster child’ of sovereign debt problems as government borrowing costs hit near 2008 highsFrance's debt burden and political gridlock are pushing borrowing costs toward levels not seen since 2008.CNBC
BUSINESSAug 29The rise of K-Beauty: Can South Korea overtake France?South Korea’s beauty industry has surpassed the US to become the world’s second-largest cosmetics exporter.Al Jazeera [en]
BUSINESSAug 29Mountain tourism holds its own through unusually hot summer in FranceIn the Alps, the Pyrénées and the Massif Central, initial figures from tourism industry professionals show a slight overall rise in visitor numbers.Le Monde [en]
BUSINESSAug 29Want to enjoy a lively, festive atmosphere in France? Here's to buy propertyEnjoying a vibrant nightlife, dining out or spending time at nightclubs can be a factor when choosing where to buy property, but a well-stuffed wallet is essential.Le Monde [en]
BUSINESSAug 28France Narrowly Avoids Recession In Q2France narrowly avoided a recession in the second quarter of the year. This reports on the economic performance of a major European country.finanzen.ch · Switzerland
BUSINESSAug 28Fitch to unveil France rating: 'Status quo seems the most likely scenario'Fitch, the global credit rating powerhouse, cut France's rating in September of 2025 and upheld it in March 2026. Despite a weaker outlook, Fitch may now delay tougher action until 2027, experts told Euronews.EuroNews [en]
BUSINESSAug 28France inflation rises to 2.4% in August, above expectationsSeeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESSAug 27How Sky Mali plunged into the air vacuum left by Air France and CorsairLe retrait de Corsair prive le Mali de son dernier lien aérien direct avec Paris. Sky Mali veut saisir cette occasion pour accélérer son expansion régionale et s’imposer comme un hub de correspondance vers l’Europe.Jeune Afrique