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In July 2024, French consumer prices increased by 2.3% year on year
Over a year, the Consumer Price Index (CPI) should rise by 2.3% in July 2024, after +2.2% in June, according to the provisional estimate made at the end of the month. This slight increase in inflation could be explained by the sharp rise in energy prices, particularly those of gas, partly offset by the fall in services and food prices. Year on year, prices of manufactured products and tobacco should rise at the same rate as in the previous month. Over one month, consumer prices should slightly increase in July 2024 (+0.1% as in June). Prices for services should rise, driven by the seasonal rise in transports and ... (full story)