Significant Improvement in Trade Balance

In a positive turn for the French economy, the trade deficit decreased to €6.25 billion in March from a revised €7.7 billion in February, as reported by the DSECE. This improvement highlights the country's ongoing efforts to balance its trade accounts amidst global economic fluctuations.

Exports and Imports See Growth

March witnessed a 5.6% increase in exports, totaling €52.5 billion, while imports grew by a modest 2.3% to €58.8 billion. This disparity in growth rates contributed to the narrowing of the trade deficit, showcasing France's competitive edge in international markets.

Energy and Manufactured Goods Balance

The energy balance saw a reduction in deficit by €0.8 billion to negative €4.9 billion. Meanwhile, the manufactured goods balance improved significantly by €2.2 billion, settling at negative €3.1 billion. These figures reflect the dynamic nature of France's trade sectors and their response to global demand.