France January business confidence 95 vs 94 prior

• Prior 94
• Manufacturing confidence 95
• Prior 97
• Services confidence 96
• Prior 96

The French business climate remains subdued to start the new year, even if it showed a marginal improvement to December. The reading remains below its long-term average of 100, reflecting weakness in both the industrial and services sectors. The employment climate indicator showed a marginal improvement at least, up from 97 previously to 98.

This article was written by Justin Low at www.forexlive.com.