Tracking economy for Italy — coverage from the newsroom in Rome.
Sports · EconomyVenezia and Frosinone secure Serie A promotion from Serie B. Six clubs enter playoffs for final spot. Reggiana, Spezia, Pescara relegated. Full breakdown.
Economy · PoliticsHormuz blockade could trigger June ECB rate hike. How the Persian Gulf oil crisis affects Italy's mortgages, inflation, food costs and household budgets.
Economy · PoliticsMilan-based UniCredit's hostile takeover of Commerzbank threatens portfolios, dividends, and banking relationships for investors and businesses in Italy.
Transportation · EconomyLeapmotor partners with Stellantis to bring affordable electric cars to Italy from €15,900. Learn what this means for Italian residents and Mirafiori production.
Politics · EconomyItaly's Hormuz deployment vote, new security rules, and U.S. space economy deal will affect jobs, cybersecurity costs, and defense spending. Here's what you need to know.
Transportation · EconomyEU clarifies existing ban on retroactive fuel surcharges for booked flights. Compensation rules and tour operator notice requirements explained for residents in Italy (May 2026).
Economy · PoliticsExpanded Erasmus+ brings €40.8B for Italian youth: mobility grants, traineeships, sport programs. 56% budget increase targets NEETs. Launches 2028.
EconomyPirelli reports €156.8M profit (+23%) in Q3 2026, reduces debt to €2.02B. Strong organic growth despite FX headwinds shows premium strategy working.
EconomyCampari shares hit lowest level since mid-2023 after Q1 earnings miss. What happened and what's next for Italy's iconic spirits company and investors.