FX.co ★ France Consumer Confidence Up Slightly

France’s consumer confidence index rose to 91 in February 2026, edging above both market expectations and December’s reading of 90, though it remained below its long-term average of 100. Households were less pessimistic about their future personal financial situation (-8 vs -12 in January), and their views on their ability to save improved, both for the present (24 vs 20) and the future (17 vs 15). Assessments of the country’s future standard of living also became slightly less negative (-54 vs -57). In addition, the share of households expecting prices to accelerate over the next twelve months fell markedly (-30 vs -26). Meanwhile, the proportion of respondents who consider it a good time to make major purchases was unchanged (-28). However, concerns about future unemployment increased (48 vs 46).