IMF Staff Country Reports

France: Selected Issues

Publication Date:

November 13, 2000

Electronic Access:

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Summary:

This paper presents an overview of the different methodologies that can be used to measure the amount of available slack in an economy. A comparison of these alternatives reveals that the evolution of the Nairu is crucial for understanding recent cyclical developments in the French economy. A comprehensive reform of the personal income tax has been assessed. This paper analyzes the expansion of high-tech activities, and reviews a number of policy issues connected with the development of an information and communication technology-based new economy.

Series:

Country Report No. 2000/148

Subject:

Corporate income tax Income and capital gains taxes Income tax systems Labor productivity Personal income tax Production Productivity Taxes