French consumer sentiment weakened to a three-year low in April, a monthly survey from the statistical office INSEE showed Friday.
The consumer confidence index dropped to 84 in April from 89 in the previous month. This was the lowest score since April 2023.
Assessment about households' past and future personal financial situation deteriorated notably. The past financial situation index dropped to -26 in April from -20 in March and the expected financial situation indicator slid to -20 from -13.
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