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French inflation slows to 0.4% in January

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Posted on February 18, 2026

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· Last updated: February 18, 2026

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Feb 18 (Reuters) - Consumer prices in France rose 0.4% year-on-year in January, statistics office INSEE said on Wednesday, matching the preliminary reading published earlier this month and a Reuters

French inflation slows to 0.4% in January

Overview of French Inflation Rates

Feb 18 (Reuters) - Consumer prices in France rose 0.4% year-on-year in January, statistics office INSEE said on Wednesday, matching the preliminary reading published earlier this month and a Reuters poll of analysts.

Comparison with December's Inflation

The EU-harmonised inflation rate in the bloc's second biggest economy slowed in January, compared with the December reading of 0.7%.

Data Source and Reporting

(Reporting by Dimitri Rhodes in Gdansk, editing by Milla Nissi-Prussak)

Key Takeaways

  • French inflation slowed to 0.4% in January.
  • The rate matches earlier forecasts and estimates.
  • December's inflation rate was higher at 0.7%.
  • Data was reported by INSEE and Reuters.
  • The EU-harmonised inflation rate also decreased.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is inflation?
Inflation is the rate at which the general level of prices for goods and services rises, leading to a decrease in purchasing power. It is typically measured on a year-over-year basis.
What is consumer price index?
The Consumer Price Index (CPI) measures the average change over time in the prices paid by urban consumers for a market basket of consumer goods and services.

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