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French Administrative Court Annuls Sanction Against CA Consumer Finance Versailles, February 6, 2025 – The Administrative Court of Versailles has ruled in favor of CA Consumer Finance, a French consumer finance company, annulling a sanction imposed by the French Competition Authority (Autorité de la Concurrence). Background In 2021, the Competition Authority fined CA Consumer Finance … Read more

Key Indicators of the Economic Climate On February 6, 2025, a new article was published on the website of the French Ministry of Economy and Finance entitled “Les principaux indicateurs de conjoncture économique” (“Key Indicators of the Economic Climate”). This article provides an overview of the main economic indicators that are used to assess the … Read more

France Launches New Entrepreneurial Status: “Entrepreneur Individuel” Date: February 6, 2025 Source: economie.gouv.fr Summary: The French government has introduced a new legal status for entrepreneurs, the “Entrepreneur Individuel” (EI), which simplifies and streamlines the process of starting and operating a business in France. Key Features of the Entrepreneur Individuel: Simplified Business Creation: Entrepreneurs can now … Read more

Electricity Pricing: How Are Tariffs Set? Electricity pricing is a complex matter, influenced by a range of factors, including generation costs, transmission and distribution costs, taxes, and subsidies. In France, the government plays a significant role in setting electricity tariffs, ensuring that consumers have access to affordable and reliable electricity while also promoting the development … Read more

How to Start a Crafts Business in France Starting a crafts business in France can be a rewarding experience, but it requires careful planning and preparation. Here are the steps you need to follow: Choose a business structure The first step is to choose a business structure for your company. The most common options are: … Read more

How to become a micro-entrepreneur (self-employed) The micro-entrepreneur status is a simplified business regime that allows individuals to create and manage a business with reduced administrative and accounting obligations. It is open to any individual who wishes to carry out a commercial, craft, liberal or agricultural activity. To become a micro-entrepreneur, you must meet the … Read more

France Bans Single-Use Plastics: A Definitive Guide to Affected Products On February 6, 2025, France’s Ministry of Ecological Transition published a new article on its website, economie.gouv.fr, announcing the upcoming ban on single-use plastics. This ban, which takes effect in 2025, aims to reduce plastic waste and promote more sustainable practices. What Products Are Affected? … Read more

What is Employee Savings? Employee savings is a voluntary savings scheme to which employees can contribute a portion of their salary. Participation in this scheme often attracts additional payments from employers in the form of co-financing or company contributions, as well as tax deductions. Types of Employee Savings Schemes There are several types of employee … Read more

Essential Websites: What’s New Published on February 6, 2025 at 12:20 PM on economie.gouv.fr The French government has updated its list of essential websites, which are considered vital to the functioning of the country’s economy and society. The new list includes 10 new websites, bringing the total number of essential websites to 30. The new … Read more

Economic policy in France in 2025 for Industry and new technologies France is committed to investing in industry and new technologies to boost its economy and create jobs. The French government has unveiled its new industrial strategy, which aims to make France a leader in the development and use of new technologies. The strategy includes … Read more