Scorecard assesses France's attractiveness by objectively comparing it to its main competitors.

This annual publication highlights the strengths of the French economy by bringing together over 140 economic indicators to offer a precise diagnosis of the attractiveness of the French site.

A genuine decision-making tool, it offers an objective analysis of France's strengths and areas for improvement, divided into 5 booklets.

Market size and strength

The size of a country's market, measured by GDP and number of inhabitants, its dynamism and its location are key factors in the location choices of multinational firms.

Research and innovation

France offers a favorable environment for research and innovation, with the CIR maintaining the competitiveness of French research at a high level among advanced economies.

Business environment

France's administrative and regulatory environment has been modernized in recent years thanks to structural reforms, enabling public authorities to provide more effective support to private players and individuals.

Quality of life

Quality of life is a determining factor in talent location choices. It is a major argument for attracting skilled workers, who are increasingly mobile between regions. In France, the public system offers free, high-quality services, particularly in education and healthcare, while supporting household living standards.

Cost of labor and taxation

Costs of labor, corporate taxation and labor productivity have a significant impact on an economy's competitiveness and attractiveness.