Tracking economy for Italy — coverage from the newsroom in Rome.
Economy · PoliticsMilan FTSE MIB drops 0.9% amid French political uncertainty. Banking stocks hit hard. Natural gas jumps 3%. What Italian investors need to know.
Politics · EconomyFincantieri denies NTGroup received €90M commission on €3.9B FREMM frigate deal with Portugal. What this defense contract controversy means for Italy.
Politics · EconomyItaly announces its 13th aid package for Ukraine including air defense systems and reconstruction support. Details on military commitments and what it means for Italian residents.
Economy · National NewsItaly's metalworking sector faces collapse. 50,000+ workers in crisis talks as energy costs double EU competitors. Jobs threatened across Lombardy, Piedmont, Veneto.
Economy · PoliticsItaly's diesel hit record €2.13/liter in August 2026 amid historic fuel crisis. Six EU nations push windfall tax on oil profits. Impact for Italy residents.
Health · EconomyModerna-Merck's mRNA melanoma vaccine shows phase 3 success. Italian patients could access personalized immunotherapy via AIFA by 2027. Market gains 102%.
Economy · National NewsItaly's economy splits regionally: Milan leads at 110 firms per 1,000 residents while Sicily drops to 56. What it means for entrepreneurs and investors across Italy.
Economy · PoliticsItaly's diesel tax cut expires Aug 26, threatening €2.20+/L pump prices. Natural gas dips slightly but remains volatile. What it means for your costs.
Tech · EconomyAI jobs in Italy pay €177K+ but women hold just 26% of positions vs 50% in other tech roles. Learn about new EU training programs and what female residents need to know.