Tracking economy for Italy — coverage from the newsroom in Rome.
Economy · PoliticsConfindustria warns Italy could face -0.7% GDP contraction in 2026 if Iran conflict continues. Critical forecast for residents planning jobs and investments.
Politics · EconomyHungary's foreign minister fed Moscow live EU briefings during closed meetings. The leak may have undermined Italy's energy negotiations, raising costs.
Economy · PoliticsU.S.-Iran peace negotiations spark market rally. Oil prices fall 4%, potentially easing inflation pressure on Italian consumers and businesses by summer.
Economy · TransportationDiesel now €2.02/liter in Italy after excise tax reform. Learn how new 2026 fuel taxes impact drivers and expats living in Italy.
Economy · National NewsFabrizio Palermo nominated as MPS CEO ahead of April 15 vote. Discover how this leadership shift impacts Italy's banking merger and your investments.
Economy · PoliticsOil rebounds to $92.35 after $580M in suspicious trades preceded Trump's Iran post. What the market manipulation probe means for Italy's energy costs.
Economy · National NewsQatar halts LNG shipments after infrastructure damage. Diesel prices breach €2/liter in Italy, heating and electricity costs rising through 2029.
Economy · National NewsHormuz tensions push Brent to $103/barrel. Milan's FTSE MIB rises 0.4% on energy gains, but higher fuel costs loom for Italian households. What it means for you.
Economy · PoliticsOil blockade risks higher fuel and energy bills for Italy residents. Markets rally on US-Iran talks. See how Hormuz closure affects your costs.