Matthieu Pigasse signals his intention to run for the presidency in 2027

Paris – 12.06.2026: Matthieu Pigasse, famous investment banker and media entrepreneur in France, has expressed his willingness to run for the 2027 presidential election under the left-wing label, provided that the political left supports his candidacy. In an interview with the AFP news agency, Pigasse emphasized the need for a “radical left in government” and a “credible project of profound transformation.” He criticized past social-democratic strategies as insufficient and called for greater consideration of social demands for fundamental change.

Pigasse, who worked in the late 1990s with, among others, Dominique Strauss-Kahn and Laurent Fabius in the government of Lionel Jospin, stated that previous social-democratic approaches are no longer appropriate. He opposed the “supply-side policy” pursued for more than ten years under Emmanuel Macron. He advocated for a clearly left-oriented government with ambitious policies.

A key element of his program is a 20% increase in the minimum wage, which would bring it to 1,773 euros net—a proposal that surpasses the demands of the left-wing movement “La France Insoumise.” Pigasse highlighted the need to combine social transformations with pragmatic government work, similar to what Lionel Jospin did in the 1990s with the establishment of universal health coverage (CMU) and the 35-hour workweek.

Although Pigasse is known as an entrepreneur, he insisted on his close affiliation with the left-wing movement. He criticized previous political strategies and called for a united left force. He notably expressed criticisms toward Raphaël Glucksmann, the centrist leader of “Place Publique,” who refuses to participate in a left primary.

In addition to his political and economic activities, Pigasse is also the owner of media outlets such as Radio Nova and the magazine “Les Inrockuptibles,” as well as the organizer of music festivals like Rock en Seine and We Love Green. He considers these cultural activities as a contribution to resistance against the far right and describes his media work as a “cultural battle” in this context.

Asked about his possible candidacy, Pigasse replied that he would run only if he were desired as a unifying solution for the left. Otherwise, he would be fully committed to supporting the elected person. He does not wish to be just another candidate in a fragmented left-wing landscape.

In conclusion, Pigasse stressed the importance of a united left front in order to win the 2027 presidential election. He called on the different currents of the left to put aside their differences and work together on a strong and unified project.