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Standard of living in France is increasing, official data reveals
Low inflation contributes to higher median income but poverty remains high
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France gained an extra 35,000 millionaires in 2025, claims Swiss bank
Wealth rose despite France missing the top 10 for average and median wealth
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French bank account fees increased 2.7% between 2025 and 2026
Account costs have outstripped inflation for last two years, but not across last decade
Boost to buying power
Three-quarters of households are set to see a rise in purchasing power this year, with an average boost of €440, due in part to the measures introduced after the gilets jaunes protests.
A total of €11.7 billion will be shared out in 2019, according to the independent research agency l’Observatoire Français des Conjonctures Economiques (OFCE). “For the first time since 2007, costs for households will drop significantly, especially among middle-earners,” it said.
