The Bank of France released its gross domestic product (GDP) forecasts for France on Monday. French economy is expected to expand at 0.4% in the first quarter, after a 0.2% growth in the fourth quarter.
The manufacturing business confidence index increased to 101 in January from 100 in December. Companies expect a slight growth in activity in February.
The services business sentiment index remained unchanged at 96 in January. But services companies expect a rise in activity in February.
The construction business sentiment index remained unchanged at 96 in January. Companies expect a slight increase in activity in February.
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