Insee in the news

The standard of living in Marseille is rising but not uniformly, according to INSEE.

The male first name Jules is experiencing a significant resurgence, ranking 6th in 2025 with 3,040 births according to INSEE data, driven by its classic appeal and simplicity.

Poverty in Reunion Island is significantly higher than in mainland France, with a median standard of living 26% lower and a poverty rate of 36.4%.

More than six out of ten people inheriting a home are already homeowners, with an average age of 54, according to a study by Insee.

Insee reports that the majority of real estate inheritors and donees are already property owners, receiving these assets late in life when they are often less impactful.

Insee Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur organized two events, one on illiteracy risk and another on student living conditions in the region.

French industrial production decreased by 0.3% in August, while manufacturing production increased by 0.3%.

According to Insee, 63% of real estate beneficiaries already own property before inheriting, and many inherited properties are sold rather than retained by heirs.

Insee's survey reveals that 60% of Nouvelle-Aquitaine residents are native to the region, 30% are from other parts of France, and less than 10% are foreign-born.

In 2023, over one-third of Reunion's population lived below the poverty line, with a median standard of living significantly lower than in mainland France, according to the Insee study.

Insee Paca's event highlighted that diplomas still hold value, but the region struggles to retain students due to limited educational options and housing issues.

The Pays de la Loire region's economy is stagnant, with rising unemployment and declines in agriculture and construction, while overall French growth remains stalled.

Insee unveils its October 2026 economic indicators, covering industrial production, consumer prices, and new business creations.

Insee PACA is organizing two events to analyze illiteracy and the student situation in the region.

Insee reports that the poverty rate in France reached a record high of 15.4% in 2024, with chronic poverty becoming more prevalent and difficult to escape.

The Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region experienced a rise in unemployment and business failures in Q2 2026, despite some growth in the tertiary sector and business creations, according to Insee.

Despite a recorded decrease in strict illiteracy, 3.7 million people in France still struggle with basic skills, with growing concerns about younger generations, and regional disparities persist, while some companies invest in employee training.

Insee is recruiting controllers in Hauts-de-France, with applications open until November 12th for candidates with a high school diploma.

Insee is conducting a survey in Saint-Étienne to gather data on household rents and charges for statistical analysis.

An INSEE study indicates that poverty in France is becoming more chronic, with an increased difficulty in escaping precarious situations and the poverty rate reaching a record high of 15.4% in 2024.