Tensions are rising between Canal+ and the government. As the executive prepares its 2027 budget, Maxime Saada is openly opposing plans to scrap the reduced VAT rate enjoyed by pay television. The Canal+ boss describes the move as "political" and "absurd", and says it would mean an additional cost of around 200 million euros a year for his group.
According to him, raising VAT from 10% to 20% could lead to higher subscription prices, as well as internal savings and job cuts.
