“I guarantee that we will do what it takes to get it back around 2%. “Invited this Wednesday on LCI, François Villeroy de Galhau detailed the evolution of inflation in France in the coming months as it peaks in France, but also in many developed countries. “A year ago, inflation was at zero. In a year, it will have fallen below 2%. Between the two, there is a bump, because of the increase in energy prices. ..) We are quite close to the top of this bump “, estimated the boss of the Banque de France.
According to him, some sectors are suffering more than others. “Accommodation is suffering, catering too, events. The automobile too. Sectors are improving: IT, temporary work, chemicals, pharmacy”, explains François Villeroy de Galhau.
Despite this growing inflation, the governor wants to be optimistic. “Despite Omicron, the French economy is generally resilient. We are very resilient. The French are getting organized to continue producing”, estimated François Villeroy de Galhau. And to specify: “In January, activity would be at the same level as in December. This confirms our forecasts for 2021: the year 2021 will be very high, with 6.7% growth. The strongest for 50 years.”