Budget 2027: the increase in VAT on Canal+ denounced as absurd by Maxime Saada, Camille Andrieu replaces Claire Léost at the head of CMA Media
Quick Look
- The boss of Canal+, Maxime Saada, denounces as absurd and economically nonsensical the plan to double VAT on pay television in the 2027 budget, warning of impacts on investments in cinema and sport.
- Furthermore, Camille Andrieu replaces Claire Léost as general manager of CMA Media, the media subsidiary of CMA CGM, after the departure of the latter having led a major stage in the transformation of the group.
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Why It Matters
The French government plans in the 2027 finance bill to double VAT on pay television, a measure which directly concerns Canal+. Furthermore, Claire Léost has led the media subsidiary of CMA CGM since August 2025 before announcing her departure after leading a major stage in the group's transformation.
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Budget 2027: the increase in VAT on Canal+ is “an absurd decision which makes no economic sense”, denounces Maxime Saada
While the government's 2027 finance bill provides for the doubling of VAT on pay television, the boss of Canal+ warned that this measure would not be without consequences for its investments in cinema and sport.
Camille Andrieu replaces Claire Léost at the head of CMA Media
Managing Director of the CMA CGM media subsidiary since August 2025, Claire Léost “has decided to leave her position after having led a major stage in the development and transformation of the group”.
Open Questions
- What will be the exact impact of the VAT increase on Canal+ subscriptions?
- What are Camille Andrieu’s specific projects for CMA Media?
- Will the government maintain its decision despite criticism?
