31.10.202507:45:00UTC+00French HICP Reverses Course: October Sees a Positive Shift to 0.1%

The French Harmonised Index of Consumer Prices (HICP) has demonstrated a notable shift, with the monthly indicator turning positive in October 2025 for the first time since September of the same year. According to data updated on October 31, 2025, the HICP increased to 0.1% from a previous negative mark of -1.1% recorded in September.

This month-on-month comparison highlights a significant development in France's inflation trajectory, signaling potential economic stabilization after a period of negative growth. The jump from a concerning -1.1% to a marginally positive 0.1% suggests that measures aimed at curbing deflationary pressures might be taking effect.

Economic analysts will be closely examining this trend to gauge the sustainability of this improvement. As the nation navigates through economic challenges, the shift in HICP may offer a glimmer of optimism for both policymakers and stakeholders hoping for continual recovery in the coming months.