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France's unemployment rate rises to 8.3%, its highest level since 2020

France's unemployment rate increased by 0.2 percentage points in the second quarter of 2026.

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The fact

It stands at 8.3%, its highest level since autumn 2020, according to INSEE.

The Labor Minister downplays these figures, citing seasonal variations.

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Why it matters

Cette hausse pourrait influencer les politiques publiques de l'emploi et les négociations salariales, avec un impact sur les ménages et les entreprises dès la rentrée 2026.

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