Lyon News
News
Lyon is experiencing a stormy weekend, with temperatures dropping by up to 10°C compared to earlier in the week. Severe thunderstorms are expected across much of France, with Lyon among the affected areas.
Business News
PHAXIAM Therapeutics, a biopharmaceutical company based in Lyon, has been ordered into judicial liquidation by the Lyon Commercial Court. The company failed to secure refinancing, leading to its delisting from Euronext.
Economic News
France's GDP is expected to grow at a moderate pace of 0.6% in 2025, with domestic demand driving activity while foreign trade weighs negatively on growth. Inflation is projected to remain low at 1.0%, largely due to declining energy prices.
Political News
Protests against the rise of the far-right are taking place across France, including Lyon. Demonstrators are rallying against the political shift following recent European parliamentary elections.
Election News
France's next legislative elections are scheduled for July 2025, following the hung parliament outcome of the 2024 elections. The current government remains unstable, with speculation about potential snap elections.
Employment News
A major trial is underway in Lyon regarding a data leak at a French work agency, Adecco. Hackers extracted data from eight million jobseekers, leading to unauthorized bank withdrawals affecting 72,000 victims.
Business News
Mercialys stock has risen following its acquisition of the Saint-Genis 2 shopping center in Lyon for €146 million. The deal is expected to be 4% accretive to recurring EPS, with plans to reduce vacancy rates.
Forecast
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june 20: Stormy, 25°C/18°C.
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June 26: Cloudy, 24°C/19°C.
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June 27: Showers, 26°C/18°C.
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June 28: Rain, 26°C/18°C.
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June 29: Partly cloudy, 24°C/15°C.
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June 20: Sunny, 24°C/15°C.
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June 21: Showers possible, 24°C/15°C.
Entertainment News
Lyon is hosting multiple festivals, including the Lyon BD Festival, the Consular Festival, and the Ciné O'Clock film festival. The Musée des Confluences is celebrating its 10-year anniversary with special exhibitions.
Upcoming Events
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Lyon BD Festival – June 23-15.
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Consular Festival – June 24-15.
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Ciné O'Clock Film Festival – June 21-15.
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Nocturne des Fierté (Pride Night) – June 24.
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Così fan tutte at Opéra de Lyon – June 24-24.
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Katia & Marielle Labèque Concert – June 27.
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Lyon Street Food Festival – June 25-29.
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Festival du Printemps de Pérouges – June 24-29.
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ECLIPSO - Impressionist Exhibition – June 28-29.
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Fourvière Nights Performing Arts Festival – June 2-July 26.
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