France CPI month-on-month: durable goods
France CPI month-on-month: durable goods stood at -0.1% in Sep 2026, according to INSEE – Institut national de la statistique et des études économiques (BDM). It is one of the indicators in the Consumer price index table (Value · Monthly), with a complete series running from Feb 1998 to Sep 2026. The complete series with an interactive chart, free to download.
This indicator in the Consumer price index table
| Indicator | 09-2026 | 08-2026 | 07-2026 | 06-2026 | 05-2026 | 04-2026 | 03-2026 | 02-2026 | 01-2026 | 12-2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Month-on-month change | |||||||||||
| All households - Durable goods | -0.1 | 1.4 | -1.2 | 0 | 0 | 0.2 | 0.2 | 1.5 | -0.8 | 0 | |
| All households - Manufactured goods excluding durable goods, clothing and health products | 0.2 | 0.8 | -0.7 | -0.4 | 0.1 | -0.1 | 0.4 | 0.6 | -0.6 | -0.4 |
Understanding france CPI month-on-month: durable goods
Physical merchandise characterized by a prolonged operational lifespan—such as furniture, household appliances, consumer electronics, and vehicles—forms this specific sub-index. This measure captures capital-intensive retail purchases that households replace infrequently, reflecting consumer confidence and credit conditions. Excluded from this classification are perishable goods, clothing, medical supplies, energy commodities, and all intangible services.
Reading this monthly indicator requires accounting for aggressive seasonal promotional cycles, such as statutory discount periods and holiday sales events that drive predictable price contractions. Early estimates are subject to revision as detailed warranty, delivery, and installation fee data are fully incorporated. Analysts should note that durable goods often exhibit international supply chain sensitivities that differ sharply from domestic service sector trends.
Frequently asked questions
- What types of household items are classified as durable goods?
- Furniture, large appliances, electronics, and automobiles are included.
- Why do prices in this category often drop sharply during specific months?
- Statutory discount periods and seasonal retail clearance events cause predictable monthly dips.
- Are consumable household supplies or clothing counted here?
- No, apparel, footwear, and short-lived consumables are tracked in separate categories.