Overview

• Patrick Martin confirmed a large employer gathering for 13 October to highlight firms’ contribution to the public interest and challenge proposals such as the Zucman levy on the ultra‑rich.
• The U2P said it was not consulted and does not plan to participate, while the CPME will consult its leadership before deciding whether to join.
• After separate meetings with unions and employer groups, Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu said he would not pass in force and will seek written input on five work topics tied to the budget.
• The intersyndicale announced a new nationwide mobilisation for 2 October after leaving Matignon without concrete commitments.
• Medef says the event will present proposals to rebalance what it calls an overly fiscal debate as the government works to assemble cross‑party support for the 2026 budget.