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According to Anadolu Agency, Thierry Marx, head of the French Restaurant Federation, has warned that an increase in value-added tax would be a "red line" for the struggling sector facing rising costs.
Analysis & context
Analysis & Context
Analytically, the rise in labor costs in the hospitality and restaurant sector is a growing problem in Europe, with many countries facing increasing pressure to boost government revenues. France, a major tourist destination, heavily relies on the hospitality and food industry. In a broader context, the implementation of additional tax hikes could exacerbate pressure on small and medium-sized restaurants that are already struggling with sustained increases in labor and food costs.
