Tracking economy for Italy — coverage from the newsroom in Rome.
Economy · PoliticsStrait of Hormuz conflict drives Brent crude to $97/barrel as Milan stocks edge higher. Italian households face rising gas and electricity costs this winter.
Economy · PoliticsItaly seeks EU approval to extend fiscal flexibility for energy costs. Learn how Meloni's Brussels negotiations could directly affect your household subsidies and utility bills through 2027.
Economy · Health60% of Italian families struggle monthly with rent and medical care. New Eurispes report reveals healthcare sacrifices surge as living costs soar across Italy.
Economy · PoliticsItaly's agricultural cooperatives brace for massive EU budget cuts. New leader Drei outlines aggregation strategy to protect farm jobs and food prices.
Economy · TechItalian-led newcleo secures $429M via Nasdaq SPAC for advanced reactors. Non-nuclear test facility at ENEA Brasimone by 2026. Italy positioned as key R&D hub.
Economy · National NewsU.S. defense firm Nuburu acquires 70% of Ortona-based Tekne. Deal includes €30M investment and 370 new jobs for Abruzzo region by 2030. Golden Power approval pending.
Economy · National NewsItalian Sea Group targets June 2026 full operations after crisis. Recovery plan affects 1,000+ Tuscany jobs in Italy's €5.5B yacht sector.
Economy · EnvironmentTaranto gets €750M EU Just Transition Funds to shift from steel to green economy. New jobs, business grants, and Italy's model for sustainable change.
Economy · EnvironmentItalian banks allocate €3B for sustainable farming. New ABI governance model brings lenders and farmers together for green finance and climate resilience strategies in 2026.