In 2026, 55% of major Ilec manufacturers signed deflationary pricing agreements with French power plants. However, the price increases that were not approved in March are being implemented later in the year, driven by fluctuations in energy, packaging, and raw material costs. Each price surge forces companies to revise thousands of prices within a few days, while customers still perceive food inflation as high. Applying the same adjustment factor across the board is the quickest—and most visible—solution.
