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GeneralMedium•5 November 2026•
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Eurozone Construction PMI Hits Lowest Level Since April as France Activity Slumps

Key Facts

1The S&P Global Eurozone Construction PMI fell to 42.5 in October 2026, marking the steepest decline since April.
2The France Construction PMI dropped significantly to 38.8 in October 2026, signaling a continued downturn.

The S&P Global Eurozone Construction PMI fell to 42.5 in October 2026, marking the steepest decline for the sector since April. Benzinga reported that the downturn was highlighted by a significant drop in France's construction activity, where the PMI reached 38.8 points according to S&P Global.

This contraction follows broader economic data from October 30, 2026, which showed the annual inflation rate at 4% and the unemployment rate holding at 6.5%. While annual GDP growth was recorded at 1.3% during that period, weak demand and high interest rates have continued to weigh heavily on the housing and commercial construction sectors across the region.

The Eurozone will release monthly and annual Retail Sales data on November 6, 2026, which will offer further insight into consumer spending trends as productive sectors continue to face contractionary pressure.