Tracking economy for Italy — coverage from the newsroom in Rome.
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.
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.
EconomyItaly's government borrowing costs hold steady at 78.8 basis points. Learn how stable spreads translate to cheaper mortgages, loans, and job creation for residents.
Economy · PoliticsGulf crisis blocks Hormuz Strait, pushing Brent to $102. Italian households & businesses face higher fuel, electricity bills. What Milan's market reaction signals.
Sports · EconomyItaly's sports financial watchdog questions if current metrics truly measure club health. Commission president seeks clarity on authority to reform indicators federations use.
Economy · TechSTMicroelectronics shares jump 7% on strong Q1 earnings and AI revenue growth targets. Milan slips 0.2% as Gulf tensions push energy prices higher for Italy.