The government confirms its growth forecast of 6% this year, and 4% next year



The numbers are positive. Despite an economic recovery more sustained than expected, the government confirmed Thursday its forecast of 6% growth for this year and 4% for next year, announced the Minister of the Economy Bruno Le Maire.

The government raised its forecast in mid-July, from 5 to 6%. For its part, INSEE further raised its own on Monday and is now counting on an increase in gross domestic product (GDP) of 6.25% this year, the fourth epidemic wave not having slowed down the recovery, after the sharp rebound. of the economy in May and June.



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