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Canal+ Calls VAT Hike “A Direct Attack” On Its Operations In France As Guilds Protest Move

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What happened

Paris-based pay-TV giant Canal+ has hit back at the French government’s plan to double the VAT rate on TV subscriptions from 10% to 20% saying it could leave a potential €200M ($225M) hole in its finances.

Key facts

  • Paris-based pay-TV giant Canal+ has hit back at the French government’s plan to double the VAT rate on TV subscriptions from 10% to 20% saying it could leave a potential €200M ($225M) hole in its finances.
  • Reported by Deadline and published Fri, 02 Oct 2026 13:29:44 UTC.

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