Survey Finds 78% of French Worried About Purchasing Power

Overview

• The CSA survey for CNEWS, Europe 1 and Le JDD, published Saturday, found that 78% of adults fear a decline in their purchasing power in the coming months.
• Concern is highest among 25- to 34-year-olds at 86%, with 83% among 35- to 49-year-olds, while only 54% of 18- to 24-year-olds say they are worried.
• Women report slightly more concern than men, at 79% versus 76%, reflecting broad unease across households.
• Political views track the split: 87% of La France insoumise supporters are worried, compared with 64% of Renaissance voters, with left-leaning respondents at 81% and right-leaning at 77%.
• Oil prices have surged during the 57-day Middle East conflict, with Brent at $105.81 a barrel versus $73.65 before February 27, pushing up pump prices that flow through to transport and goods costs.