French households are growing more concerned about rising prices in the months ahead, according to the Insee, France’s national statistical office. In September, the household morale indicator, which measures public sentiment about various economic factors such as living standards, personal finances, unemployment, and the timing of major purchases, stood at 86. This is the same as in the previous two months and well below its long-term average of 100, indicating a continued sense of economic unease. While there was a slight improvement in the indicator measuring expectations about future living standards—rising by two points compared to August—concerns about unemployment have eased somewhat. However, the savings climate has worsened, dropping by four points to 121. Although this is still above the long-term average, it signals a growing difficulty in maintaining financial stability. More households now believe that prices have risen sharply, and an increasing number expect prices to rise even faster in the near future. The outlook for personal financial situations has also declined slightly, with the indicator losing one point. This suggests that despite some minor improvements in expectations for living standards, overall financial confidence remains low. At the same time, more households are beginning to think it is appropriate to make major purchases, such as buying a car or home, given the current economic climate. However, this figure is still far below its long-term average, showing that caution remains widespread. Overall, the data highlights a mixed picture. While some aspects of household sentiment show slight improvement, the persistent concerns about inflation and financial stability continue to weigh heavily on French families. The Insee’s findings suggest that while households are not entirely pessimistic, they are clearly preparing for a period of economic challenge ahead.