France's harmonized inflation rose more than initially estimated in February to hit a record high on higher food prices and services cost, final data from the statistical office INSEE showed on Wednesday.
EU harmonized inflation advanced to 7.3 percent from 7.0 percent in the previous month. The rate was revised up from 7.2 percent estimated on February 28. The rate was the highest since the formation of the euro area.
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April 24, 2026 15:15 ET Economics news flow was relatively light this week even as the conflict in the Middle East continued, raising concerns for policymakers. In the U.S., spending data, initial jobless claims and pending home sales were the highlights. Business confidence in the biggest euro area economy was in focus in Europe. Inflation data from Japan gained attention in Asia.