EIB Investment Survey 2023 France Overview

This document is the EIB Investment Survey 2023 focused on France, providing an overview of investment dynamics among firms. The survey, administered annually since 2016, encompasses approximately 13,000 firms across the EU and the United States. It collects data on firm characteristics, past investment activities, future plans, and challenges faced by firms, including climate change and digital transformation. The findings indicate that 83% of firms in France invested in the previous year, with a positive net balance of 13% expecting to increase investment in 2023. Investment priorities are divided among capacity expansion, new products, and replacement. The survey also highlights concerns regarding energy prices and availability, with 74% of firms citing energy prices as a major concern. Additionally, 61% of firms recognize the impact of climate change on their operations, although fewer have taken resilience measures. The document outlines various investment impediments, including energy costs and skilled labor availability, and assesses access to finance among French firms.