Public Demo of data.gouv.fr On November 22, 2024, the French government held a public demonstration of data.gouv.fr, a new website that provides access to public data. The website is part of the government’s Open Data Initiative, which aims to make government data more accessible and usable by the public. The public demo of data.gouv.fr was … Read more
New Cycle “Evolution and Transformation of Public Action” (ETAP) Launched by the Ministry of Economy and Finance 22nd November 2024, Paris – The French Ministry of Economy and Finance has announced the launch of a new cycle entitled “Evolutions and Transformations of Public Action” (ETAP). This initiative aims to foster innovation and modernize public services … Read more
Transparency on Charcuterie Products’ Composition Still Lacking Paris, November 22, 2024 – A recent study by the French Ministry of Economy has revealed that transparency on the composition of charcuterie products is not always evident. The study, which analyzed nearly 1,000 charcuterie products from various manufacturers, found that: Nearly 40% of products did not have … Read more
European Commission Fines Eureca Mayoristas SL, International Purchasing Center of Carrefour, €80 Million Brussels, 22 November 2024 – The European Commission has imposed a fine of €80 million on Eureca Mayoristas SL, a Spanish company belonging to the Carrefour group, for breaching EU antitrust rules by participating in a cartel and by implementing measures that … Read more
How Does the Bonus for Purchasing a Vehicle Work? 2024-11-22 08:11 The government has implemented a bonus system to encourage the purchase of environmentally friendly vehicles. This bonus, which can reach up to €6,000, is available for the purchase of new or used electric or hybrid vehicles. Who is eligible for the bonus? The bonus … Read more
Where to Find Key Figures on SMEs Economic Statistical Directorate * Economic and financial data: revenue, value added, profitability, etc. * Structural data: number of employees, legal form, etc. * Available at: www.statistiques.economie.gouv.fr National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies (INSEE) * Economic and demographic data: turnover, employment, investment, etc. * Structural data: sector of … Read more
Cedef Newsletter: Weekly News November 22, 2024 Upcoming Events November 29: Economic Outlook Conference December 6: Business Leaders Forum January 10: Digital Transformation Summit Top Stories Economic growth forecast revised upwards The Minister of Economy and Finance, Bruno Le Maire, has announced that the government has revised its economic growth forecast for 2023 upwards to … Read more
Where to Find Data on the France Relance Plan Source: economie.gouv.fr, November 22, 2024, 5:11 PM The France Relance plan, a €100 billion economic recovery package, was launched in September 2020 following the COVID-19 pandemic. The plan aims to support businesses and households, and to boost the economy through investments in key areas such as … Read more
What is a Transition Bond? A transition bond is a bond that is issued to finance projects that contribute to the transition to a low-carbon economy. These projects can include renewable energy, energy efficiency, and sustainable agriculture. Transition bonds are a relatively new type of bond, but they have quickly become popular with investors who … Read more
France Introduces “Transition Bonds” to Support Businesses in Green Transition November 22, 2024: The French government has announced the creation of “Transition Bonds,” a new financing tool designed to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and intermediate-sized enterprises (ETIs) in their transition towards a more sustainable economy. Background: France has set ambitious climate and environmental … Read more