In a positive turn of events for France's economy, the November report for the HCOB France Composite Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) highlights a significant uptick. The index climbed to 49.9, just shy of the neutral 50 mark that differentiates between expansion and contraction. This increase marks an improvement from October's figure of 47.7, reflecting stronger economic activity as the end of the year approaches.
The latest data, updated on 21 November 2025, suggests that the French private sector is gradually progressing towards recovery. Although still technically in contraction, the velocity with which the index has moved closer to expansion is encouraging to market analysts and investors.
Economists will be closely watching whether this trend continues into December, as a further push over the 50 threshold would indicate a stronger, more generalized recovery. As the second-largest economy in the Eurozone, France's PMI performance has significant implications for regional economic sentiment and potential policy considerations by the European Central Bank. With these promising signs, businesses and policymakers alike are hopeful for a sustained rebound in the coming months.
