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France’s potential growth following the Covid crisis

Published on 8th of July 2026

No post 455. France’s potential GDP still bears slight negative effects of the Covid crisis in level terms, but it is estimated to have returned to its pre-crisis growth rate by the end of 2025. These effects are deemed to result from long-term productivity losses, partly offset by greater labour force participation. Over the coming years, potential growth is expected to decline slightly due to demographic factors.

Updated on the 8th of July 2026