France’s non-seasonally adjusted Consumer Price Index (CPI) accelerated in February 2026, rising 0.90% year-over-year, up sharply from a 0.30% increase recorded in January 2026. The latest figure, updated on 13 March 2026, indicates a notable strengthening in price pressures compared with the start of the year.
The data reflect a comparison of price levels in February 2026 with those in February 2025, while the previous reading compared January 2026 with January 2025. The move from 0.30% to 0.90% suggests that inflationary dynamics gained momentum heading into late winter, an important signal for policymakers and market participants tracking the trajectory of consumer prices in France.
