France Faces Historic Purchasing Power Crisis: Average Annual Household Purchasing Power Down €1,200 Since 2024

The cost of living in France is rising, putting historic pressure on household purchasing power. Economic analysis shows that the average household with two adults and two children has seen a real decrease in purchasing power of approximately €1,200 annually since 2024.According to 'Le Monde', the average 'consumption unit', adjusted for household size and composition, saw its purchasing power decrease by 0.7% in 2025. A further decrease of 0.7% is projected for 2026.This marks the third time since the National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies (INSEE) began collecting data in 1960 that purchasing power has declined for two consecutive...