Eurozone economic recovery falters in third quarter

The eurozone's economic woes persisted in the third quarter as Italy's longest recession continued and a contraction in French output dragged growth down to 0.1%.

Europe's factories signal return to growth

The strongest reading of private sector activity in 18 months may mean light at the end of a very long tunnel for the eurozone.

France to Pledge New Investment Financing

French Finance Minister Pierre Moscovici says in an advance copy of a newspaper interview there will be fresh sources of financing behind President Francois Hollande's pledge to craft a new investment strategy to support the French economy.

German risks rift with France over economic healthcheck demands

Germany's finance minister has reportedly asked a panel of top advisers to examine France's economic problems amid concerns that weaknesses could spread to the rest of Europe.

French business erupts in fury against "disastrous" François Hollande

France is sliding into a grave economic crisis and risks a full-blown “hurricane” as investors flee rocketing tax rates, the country’s business federation has warned.

France unveils a budget heavy on taxes

PARIS (AP) — The French government presented a budget Friday that was heavy on taxes — including a controversial 75 percent income rate on high earners — but which critics said lacked fundamental reforms that could jumpstart economic growth.

French joblessness tops 3 million for first time in 13 yrs

PARIS (Reuters) - The number of unemployed in France topped the 3 million mark in August for the first time in 13 years, official figures showed on Wednesday, adding to President Francois Hollande's woes as he seeks to revive a stalled economy and his tumbling poll ratings.