13.03.202607:45:00UTC+00French Consumer Prices Rebound in February, Breaking January’s Deflationary Streak

France’s consumer price index (CPI) on a non-seasonally adjusted basis swung back into positive territory in February 2026, rising 0.60% month-over-month after a 0.30% decline in January. The latest data, updated on 13 March 2026, signal a clear reversal from the deflationary movement seen at the start of the year.

The January 2026 reading had shown a -0.30% month-over-month change, indicating that prices fell compared with December. In February, however, the 0.60% increase means that consumer prices were notably higher than in the previous month. On a month-over-month comparison basis, the “actual” figure for February reflects the price change from January to February, while the “previous” figure captures the change from December to January.

This rebound suggests a strengthening in price dynamics after the temporary softness in January, and will be closely watched by market participants assessing inflation trends in France and their potential implications for monetary policy and household purchasing power.