Overview
- Despite concern for the country, 53% say they feel optimistic about their own and their loved ones’ situation in 2026.
- By age, pessimism is lowest among 18–24s at about 50% and highest among 50–64s at 84%, with the youngest also the most personally upbeat at 67%.
- Women are more worried about France than men (81% versus 73%), and men are slightly more optimistic about their personal prospects (55% versus 50%).
- Political leanings shape views: supporters of Les Républicains are the most pessimistic (81%), followed by La France insoumise (78%) and Rassemblement National (73%), while backers of the presidential camp are comparatively more confident.
- The CSA survey, conducted with a nationally representative quota sample of 1,006 adults, was reported on Jan. 8 by Europe 1, CNews and Le Journal du Dimanche.