Tracking economy for Italy — coverage from the newsroom in Rome.
Economy · National NewsItaly's Cipess reports €125B mobilized in 2025 for infrastructure, business guarantees & regional development. See how this affects your sector.
Economy · PoliticsItaly negotiates EU capital markets integration by summer 2026. Learn how this affects your investments, business funding, and savings if you live in Italy.
EconomyMilan's FTSE MIB rises 0.5% while Europe falls as US-Iran tensions push Brent crude and gas prices higher, impacting Italian household energy costs and borrowing rates.
Economy · PoliticsAmerican executive John Galantic steps down as Tod's CEO after less than 2 years, citing personal reasons. Family-owned Italian luxury shoemaker now operates without named successor.
National News · EconomyTurin's historic La Stampa sold to SAE Group for €22.5M, ending Agnelli family control. 60 jobs at risk as new owners plan expansion. What it means for readers.
Economy · TechLeonardo's Varese plant wins major Canada defense contract for M-346 trainers, securing jobs through 2029 and boosting Italy's NATO aerospace exports.
Transportation · EconomyItaly reaches 78,253 EV charging points with fast-charger expansion, yet regional inequality and administrative delays hinder adoption for residents and investors.
Economy · National NewsItalian bank unions demand €518 monthly raises after sector earned €140B in profits since 2020. Over 5 million Italians now lack branch access as closures accelerate.
Economy · PoliticsIMF warns Italy's record debt requires fiscal cuts. Expect property tax hikes, energy spending limits, and reduced public investment through 2027.