Economic Growth - France's GDP grew by 0.3% in Q2, slightly above the forecasted 0.2% [1] - Household consumption rebounded with a 0.1% increase, following a 0.3% decline in Q1 [1] Domestic Demand - Final domestic demand (excluding inventory) stagnated, contributing zero to economic growth [1] - The contribution of external trade to economic growth was negative, with exports increasing by 0.2% and imports by 0.8%, resulting in a 0.2 percentage point drag [1] Inventory and Manufacturing - Businesses increased inventory, contributing 0.5 percentage points to growth, primarily from the transportation equipment sector, especially aerospace and automotive [1] - Concerns were raised about the increase in inventory indicating unsold goods, suggesting a fragile economic foundation [1] Future Outlook - Economic experts express concerns about the sustainability of growth, noting weak domestic demand and a lack of new manufacturing orders [1]
【环球财经】法国第二季度经济环比增长0.3%
Xin Hua Cai Jing·2025-07-30 13:40