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Gas prices rise by 5.6% for the majority of French subscribers
The gas tariff will rise to €172.05 including tax per megawatt-hour due to price increases in the markets.
The reference price of gas in France will increase by 5.6% starting September 1, reaching an average of €172.05 including tax per megawatt-hour. This rise will affect the majority of French subscribers, impacting approximately 6 million households, according to the Commission de régulation de l'énergie.
This increase is directly linked to the rising gas prices on the markets, exacerbated by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. This situation has caused disruptions in global supplies, affecting energy tariffs.
Authorities in the energy sector emphasize that this situation could deteriorate further if the conflict does not find a quick resolution. Currently, global prices are unstable, and the upward trend in costs may continue in the coming months.
The Commission de régulation de l'énergie has clarified that this tariff increase is part of a broader trend related to the current volatility in the energy markets.