Tracking economy for Italy — coverage from the newsroom in Rome.
Politics · EconomyDiscover Italy's €3B military commitment, joint drone production with Ukraine, and €10B reconstruction investment. What this means for residents and Europe.
Politics · Economy · National NewsM5S leader Conte blames Meloni govt failures for Italy's €705-€838 energy cost hikes. Political battle over security reforms and foreign policy heats up.
Economy · National NewsItaly forecasts 1.8-2.2% inflation in 2026. Food, energy, and wages lag behind. See how it affects your household budget and purchasing power through 2026.
Economy · TransportationAlstom's 30% stock collapse threatens 4,300 Italian jobs and €63M investments. Learn how this impacts Italy's rail modernization and your employment prospects.
Politics · EconomyBrussels unveils AccelerateEU Apr 22: proposes weekly telework and transit discounts for Italy. How EU recommendations could reshape your 2026 commute and work if adopted.
EconomyDAX jumps 2.27%, Italian FTSE MIB gains 0.75% as Strait of Hormuz reopens. Lower electricity and gas bills expected for Italian residents by late 2026.
Economy · National NewsIMF cuts Italy growth to 0.5% in 2026, calling it 'unsatisfactory.' What stagnation means for wages, jobs, and public services for people living here.
Economy · PoliticsItaly leads Europe with 45% gas storage vs Germany's 23%. How Italy's energy resilience impacts your bills and winter 2026-2027 supply security.
EconomyEuro trades at $1.18 as ECB weighs rate hike. How this affects your fuel costs, US travel, and investments in Italy—plus what to expect next.