France is currently facing a period of unrest fueled by public frustration over declining purchasing power, rising fuel costs, and recent incidents involving high school blockades. These tensions are further complicated by the international situation and the upcoming budget vote and electoral campaign. However, the construction sector has had a more positive week, highlighted by the Paris Builders Show, previously known as the Mondial du bâtiment, which took place at the Porte de Versailles in Paris. The event brought together various trade fairs, including Batimat, Interclima, Ideobain, and Renodays, showcasing the latest developments in construction and building materials. Presidential candidates Gabriel Attal, Marine Le Pen, Jean-Luc Mélenchon, and Bruno Retailleau attended the event to present their policy proposals, engaging with industry representatives through "grand oral" sessions and exhibition walks. The construction sector expressed its expectations from current and future government officials, emphasizing the need for stability, simplicity, and a closer connection to the industry in public policy decisions. During the event, the Plan bâtiment durable and the Club for the Improvement of Housing released a white paper titled Habiter la France en 2050 - Accompagnons les parcours de vie dans un pays qui se transforme, developed through a national consultation. The document aims to serve as a foundation for "a programming law for the transformation of buildings and existing real estate stock, similar to the Grenelle law of August 2009." The construction industry highlighted its collective strength and efforts to accelerate the ecological transition, including training programs with Constructys and the Ademe, work on comprehensive renovations, and reflections on the post-RE2020 with Cap 2030. The Eco-Materials Alliance, formed on September 30, aims to promote the use of bio-sourced and geo-sourced materials in construction or renovation projects. The state was notably absent from the event, as the minister in charge did not attend for the first time in 60 years. However, the government presented details of the "All-in-one heat pump" offer aligned with its electrification plan. The 2027 budget proposal, expected to save 54 billion euros, was also presented, described as an "effort" budget that is "reversible," allowing for revision after the 2027 elections. The sentiments of professionals remain mixed, with concerns and calls for compromise growing. Stumbling blocks include freezes on APL and the financing of social housing in overseas territories, as well as cuts to furnished rental. Parliamentary discussions are anticipated, though not unexpected. The week also featured festive elements, with the Capeb celebrating its 80th anniversary during a grand evening at the Folies Gruss, in the presence of many personalities, including two serving ministers. The event also unveiled a new logo at Batimat.