Tracking economy for Italy — coverage from the newsroom in Rome.
Economy · HealthItalian Angelini Pharma acquires US Catalyst Pharmaceuticals for $4.1B, gaining rare disease drugs and direct US market access. Deal expected to close in Q3 2026.
Politics · EconomyItaly fast-tracks nuclear plants to cut energy costs. First reactor in 2035. Explore the risks, delays, and what it means for residents and expats.
Economy · PoliticsItaly raises cigarette prices today with €0.20 per pack hikes. Learn the full tax schedule through 2028 and what smokers should know about rising costs.
Economy · PoliticsItaly may revise its €194.4B recovery plan by May. Learn how €28B remains, what changes mean for residents, and August's hard deadline.
Economy · PoliticsUS-Iran agreement could slash Italy's fuel and electricity prices by 8-12%, unlock Gulf oil supplies, and stabilize European markets. What this means for residents.
Economy · National NewsBrent crude falls below $100 as U.S.-Iran talks progress. Learn how lower energy costs affect Italian households, inflation, and your utility bills ahead.
Economy · PoliticsDiscover how Ravenna's May festival shapes Italy's ports. 28M tonnes cargo, hydrogen hubs, green grants, and cruise tourism opportunities explained.
Economy · PoliticsSpain's €110M Uber Eats settlement for 60,000 riders sets precedent as Italy's May 2026 decree presumes delivery workers are employees. What it means for you.
Sports · EconomyPresident Mattarella attends Rome tournament underway as Jannik Sinner chases a historic 5-title Masters streak. Italy's tennis resurgence reshapes the nation's sports landscape.