Tracking economy for Italy — coverage from the newsroom in Rome.
Economy · PoliticsItaly faces €1.8 billion in PNRR fraud linked to organized crime networks. Learn how the fraud crisis affects grant approvals, business timelines, and residents' access to recovery funds.
Economy · National NewsItaly's BTP-Bund spread narrows to 60 basis points, the lowest since 2008. Learn what cheaper sovereign borrowing means for mortgages, investments, and your wallet.
Economy · National NewsMilan's FTSE MIB surges on Enel's €53B investment roadmap for renewable energy and grid expansion. Investors in Italy benefit as sovereign debt spreads hit multi-year lows.
Economy · PoliticsTrump's 15% U.S. tariffs hit Italian exports hard. Pharma, auto, and food sectors face €6.7-7.5B costs. How Italian companies adapt to the trade shock.
Politics · EconomyDiscover Italy's extended hiring tax breaks, traffic fine freeze, and healthcare protections for 2026. Essential updates for residents and employers.
Economy · National NewsBanco BPM shareholders approve governance reforms doubling minority board seats. What this means for your investments in Italy's banking sector.
Economy · National News1,700 affordable beds open September 2026 at Milan's Olympic Village. Subsidized rooms from €592/month, 25% below market rates. Prime student accommodation in Italy.
Economy · National NewsItaly's metalworkers voted 93% to approve €205 monthly raises by 2028, plus stronger job security and €250 annual welfare benefits for 1.5M workers.
Economy · National NewsItaly's 2025 industrial data reveals sharp divides: pharma and metals thrive with strong exports while auto production hits 1950s lows and fashion faces closures.