Overview
- France’s energy regulator raises the reference gas price (PRVG) by about 4% on average and 5.32% for heating.
- The change takes effect on 1 March 2026 and formally applies only to variable-rate contracts.
- Suppliers can choose whether to pass the benchmark increase through to customers or absorb it in their offers.
- Estimates suggest typical households using around 11,000 kWh could pay roughly €60–75 more per year, with bills rising from about €1,462 to €1,521.
- Customers on fixed-price contracts are shielded, and switching to a fixed offer before 1 March is presented as a way to avoid the rise, as outlets report the increase will impact millions.