The French government has announced a 1.6% increase in the minimum wage, raising it to about 1,502 euros net per month, effective December 1, 2026. With this decision, employees paid the minimum wage will gain about 24 euros more per month.
Labour Minister Jean-Pierre Farandou said the increase will take effect one month earlier than the usual schedule, as the review had been scheduled for January 2027. According to him, the minimum wage will have recorded a total increase of 5.3% during 2026.
However, the decision has been opposed by trade unions, which consider the increase insufficient given the cost of living. The CGT had called for a 10% increase, while the CFDT had proposed an additional 100 euros per month.
