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Heatwaves in France: Up to 0.5 percentage points of growth at risk in 2026

This summer's heatwaves could cost France up to half a percentage point of GDP.

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Monique Barbut revealed this estimate during a crisis meeting on drought on Wednesday.

The economic impact will depend on the duration and intensity of heatwave episodes.

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Une baisse de 0,5 point de PIB représenterait un manque à gagner de près de 15 milliards d’euros pour l’économie française, affectant secteurs agricoles, énergétiques et touristiques dès 2026 si les canicules persistent.

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