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Latest news and updates on financial matters as well as practical tips on banking and the cost of living in France

Good news as lower electricity bills confirmed in France

Interest payment dates for French tax-free savings accounts

Livret A savings accounts saw interest rates fall throughout year

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2025 world economy rankings: France classed above the UK and US
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Snow causes transport havoc across France - more expected tonight
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French farmer protests: where roadblocks and disruption are restarting
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French doctors begin 10-day strike: most GP surgeries expected to close
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Many of France’s chambres d’hôtes face closure under 2026 tax and social charge changes

Dates 2026: Family allowance payments and other French benefits

France’s end-of-year tips: how much to give firefighters, cleaners, and waste collectors

Christmas gifts: from what sum must they be declared to French tax office

Why up to 200,000 households in France risk paying tax – or paying more – in 2026

French government drops controversial VAT reforms for self-employed workers

Six financial checks that every expat in France should do each January

French officials publish reminder on when gifts require formal declaration

Major IT failure hits French banks and La Poste

France’s Christmas bonus: who receives it, and how much is it in 2025?

Can adult children be held responsible for the debts of their parents in France?

Why your home insurance in France is likely to increase

Buyer must compensate sellers after trying to change bid for French apartment

How long does it take to open a French bank account?

High-income top-up tax deadline for French households is December 15

French home energy bills to rise in 2026

France’s key tax deadlines for December

France ranks second in EU for gender equality

Reduce temperature of French home by one degree to save money and even win gifts

What level of wealth is needed to be considered rich in France?

French minimum wage: experts advise annual update for 2026 remain tied to inflation rate

Many French bank transfers delayed for four days over Christmas

Last few days remaining to modify 2025 tax declaration online in France

Is it easy to switch bank accounts in France?

UK 2025 Autumn Budget: limit on state pension contributions to impact Britons in France

What are the rules on paying in cash in France?

Save money on electricity in France with group purchase deal

New online declarations for taxable gifts in France: what changes?

Crédit Agricole customers in France urged to check accounts after payment issues

Year-end financial planning in France: key considerations for December

My French pensions never go up. How can I check if they are correct?

Graph: French inflation levels among lowest in Europe