French consumer confidence hits 13-year low amid unrest

French consumer confidence: French consumer confidence is an INSEE indicator measuring households’ assessments and expectations regarding their finances, living standards, unemployment, and prices. In October 2026, the indicator fell sharply amid bond-market stress, political uncertainty, cost-of-living protests, and unrest, reaching its lowest level since June 2013. Economic outlook: The deterioration in sentiment increases the risk that political and fiscal uncertainty will weigh on household consumption and near-term economic growth. Financial concerns: Households became more pessimistic about their personal finances, living standards, and unemployment prospects during the month. Household sentiment: INSEE reported that French household confidence declined by five points in October to 80, well below its long-term average of 100.