Tracking economy for Italy — coverage from the newsroom in Rome.
Economy · PoliticsItaly's Ilva steel plant confronts €7B damages, Supreme Court seizure, and union pressure. Government seeks modern green solution to save jobs and industrial sovereignty.
Politics · EconomyItaly negotiates €14B energy relief and defends farm subsidies at EU summit. What it means for your bills, employment, and food costs living in Italy.
Economy · TechFTSE Mib reaches 51,289 record high. Oil falls to $85 on Iran peace hopes. SpaceX IPO at $135—how Italian investors access SPCX shares starting June 12.
EconomyMilan's FTSE MIB breaks 51,500 points as Italian banks surge on consolidation wave. Learn how geopolitical deals and banking mergers affect residents' savings and pensions.
Economy · National NewsUnipol acquires 635 MPS branches from Intesa to merge with BPER, creating Italy's 2nd-largest retail bank by 2027. Impact on branches, deposits explained.
Politics · EconomyMeloni pushes NATO to rethink defense spending at July summit. Why Italy's drone warfare focus challenges €5M tanks vs €20K drones reality. What changes.
Tech · EconomyAccess Italy's entire legal code for free via Normattiva. Machine-readable laws, APIs for developers, and historical records now available January 2026.
Economy · National NewsItaly's textile and apparel sector dipped 2.4% to €58.4B in 2025, threatening 372,200 jobs. What residents need to know about factory closures and industry recovery plans.
Economy · PoliticsU.S.-Iran Gulf agreement threatens to slash Italian energy costs and boost Borsa Milano. Natural gas plunges 7%, household bills could fall within months.