France is ranked 32 among 190 economies in the ease of doing business, according to the latest World Bank annual ratings. The rank of France remained unchanged at 32 in 2019 from 32 in 2018. Ease of Doing Business in France averaged 30.75 from 2008 until 2019, reaching an all time high of 38.00 in 2013 and a record low of 26.00 in 2010. source: World Bank



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Ease of Doing Business in France
The Ease of doing business index ranks countries against each other based on how the regulatory environment is conducive to business operationstronger protections of property rights. Economies with a high rank (1 to 20) have simpler and more friendly regulations for businesses.
Actual Previous Highest Lowest Dates Unit Frequency
32.00 32.00 38.00 26.00 2008 - 2019 Yearly