Tracking economy for Italy — coverage from the newsroom in Rome.
Transportation · EconomyRyanair locks fuel at $67/barrel while rivals face $150+ costs. How airline consolidation and failures will impact your flight options from Italy in 2026.
Economy · PoliticsIEA reports unprecedented uncertainty in global LNG markets following Hormuz Strait closure. Gas prices surge to January 2023 levels as supply disruptions affect European and Italian households.
Transportation · EconomyFS Logistix and FHP Group partnership expands rail freight capacity in Italy. Lower costs, faster delivery, and environmental benefits for businesses and residents.
Tech · EconomyItaly ranks second-to-last in Europe for AI adoption at just 19.9% vs 32.7% EU average. Discover what this digital gap means for job prospects and daily life for expats in Italy.
Transportation · EconomyItalian truckers threaten May 25 strike over fuel costs. Salvini considers multi-billion subsidy package despite EU rules. Expect supermarket, delivery disruptions.
Economy · EnvironmentEU's AccelerateEU plan brings energy vouchers, heat pump subsidies, and reduced bills for Italian households through 2026. What residents need to know.
Economy · TransportationWestern Europe car sales jumped 11% in March 2026, driven by electric vehicles at 20%+ market share. What Italian buyers need to know about incentives and pricing.
Economy · National NewsItaly faces 0.4% growth in 2026 as energy costs surge 8.1%. €1,200 annual bill increases and 200K job losses threaten residents. What this means for you.
Tech · EconomySTMicroelectronics, the Italian-Swiss chipmaker, surges 14% on AI revenue growth, lifting Milan's FTSE MIB. Energy stocks Snam and Eni rise on storage wins.