French temp employment falls 1.9% year over year in Q2
Recent data from France's National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies (Insee) shows a decline in temporary employment for the second quarter of 2026. Figures indicate that temporary job numbers fell 1.9% compared to the same period last year. This change represents a loss of 13,500 positions.
The downturn intensified during the second quarter, with a 1.4% decrease in temporary roles. This pace exceeds the 0.4% decline observed in the first quarter of the year. The data points to a broader trend within the French labor market.
Private payroll employment in France remains mostly stable, despite a 0.1% quarterly decrease that accounts for 19,300 fewer jobs. Over the year, the private sector payroll also saw a reduction, dropping 0.4% or roughly 79,700 jobs total. These metrics provide a clear look at current workforce shifts within the region.
Employers and market analysts continue to monitor these figures as they track changes in hiring patterns across the private sector. The report from Insee serves as a primary reference for understanding the current economic state of the French labor market.