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German companies have overtaken the US as the leading foreign investors in France, initiating 331 investment projects in 2025. Despite political instability from early parliamentary elections, trade between Germany and France remains robust at €187 billion.

Germany is the largest exporter to France, with goods worth €118 billion, while France ranks as Germany's fourth-largest trading partner. Major investments include Siemens Energy's €200 million for offshore wind turbine blade production in Le Havre and Claas's investment of over €100 million in the last five years. Both countries face common challenges, including bureaucracy reduction and competitiveness issues.