French companies rue ‘betrayal’ of Macron’s business-friendly agenda
Consternation over pledge to continue tax raid on big companies and suspend pension reforms
Consternation over pledge to continue tax raid on big companies and suspend pension reforms

Sébastien Lecornu hopes concession will suffice to secure left’s support

Dire finances reflect pandemic and energy crisis largesse but also president’s early tax cuts

Twin crises are undermining the remains of Macron’s legacy and his country’s EU standing

Sébastien Lecornu comes under pressure even before he has appointed ministers or laid out his draft 2026 budget

Emmanuel Macron’s movement and legacy unravel as political gambles backfire

Does the country need a wealth tax?