France's unemployment rate reaches its highest level since 2020
The number of unemployed people in France rose by 62,000 in the last quarter.
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The fact
2.7 million people are jobless and actively seeking employment.
This level, the highest since autumn 2020, raises concerns among economists.
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Why it matters
Cette hausse pourrait freiner la consommation des ménages et peser sur la croissance économique au second semestre 2026.