Tracking economy for Italy — coverage from the newsroom in Rome.
EconomyUniCredit's €35B Commerzbank takeover bid faces German resistance. Learn how this banking merger could affect your UniCredit shares, mortgage rates, and cross-border lending.
EconomyMilan's FTSE MIB surged 1.22% driven by Tenaris and Eni gains as energy stocks rallied amid Middle East tensions pushing oil past $102. Italian market outlook.
Economy · PoliticsItaly leads coalition against EU carbon trading system (ETS) that adds €7B to energy bills. What the 2026 reforms mean for residents, businesses & power costs.
Environment · EconomyVita in Campagna fair opens March 20-22 in Verona with 178 free courses on gardening, beekeeping, and sustainable living for hobby farmers and urban gardeners.
Economy · National NewsINPS raises retirement age to 67 years 3 months by 2028. Learn exemptions for manual workers and how changes impact your pension planning in Italy.
Economy · National NewsCore inflation jumps to 2.4% in Italy. Groceries, transport, and hospitality costs surge. What this means for residents' purchasing power and household budgets.
Politics · EconomyDiesel jumps 30 cents as Italy blocks Hormuz naval mission. Learn why Middle East tensions are hitting your wallet at Italian pumps.
Economy · PoliticsSalvini meets 14 oil firms Wednesday over diesel costs at €2.09/liter. Voluntary relief or windfall tax expected within days—what it means for you.
Economy · National NewsItaly's BTP-Bund spread closes at 77.5 basis points as geopolitical tensions impact EU bond markets. Learn what this means for your mortgage and savings.