Economics
French Economy Gives Macron a Boost Ahead of Election
- Fourth-quarter GDP expands 0.7%; economists est. 0.5%
- Output supported by consumer spending, accelerating investment
Commuters at Rivoli Street during sunrise in Paris on Jan. 24.
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France’s economy grew more than anticipated at the end of last year, overcoming supply shortages and Covid-related disruptions to give President Emmanuel Macron a lift ahead of April’s election.