Home Analysis The Pitfalls of the French Economic Model AnalysisRegional DirectoryEurope The Pitfalls of the French Economic Model By GPF Team - February 23, 2016 163 Feb. 23, 2016 France’s economy has produced stagnant growth and high unemployment. This article is for subscribers only Join thousands of readers who rely on GPF for clear-eyed geopolitical analysis. $89 per year Save 18% vs. monthly ✓Full access to all daily analysis & forecasts ✓George Friedman's geopolitical insights ✓2026 Forecast & Special Collection on the Middle East ✓100% reader-supported Subscribe Now 30-day money-back guarantee Already a subscriber? Log in RELATED ARTICLESMORE FROM AUTHOR Analysis Daily Memo: Ceasefire in Iran, Defense Changes in France Analysis Daily Memo: Update on Hormuz, Intel on Iranian Weapons Analysis Daily Memo: France-Japan Meeting, Russia-Armenia Talks Latest Posts War and the Principles of the Negotiation ProcessFREE Analysis George Friedman - April 13, 2026 Continue to the category Pakistan’s Emerging Role in the Middle East Analysis Kamran Bokhari - April 16, 2026 Live Discussion: April 2026 Charter Member Discussion ClubGPF Geopolitical Futures - April 15, 2026