Tracking economy for Italy — coverage from the newsroom in Rome.
Economy · TransportationVolkswagen Q1 2026 sales drop 4% globally, but Europe's EV market grows 12%. China falls 64%, US tariffs hit hard. What this means for Italian buyers.
Economy · National NewsIran crisis drives oil above €100, energy up 8%, Milan stocks down 1%. How Middle East tensions impact your heating bills, fuel costs, and Italian investments.
Economy · TransportationItaly fuel prices set to rise again as Brent crude hits $102. Aviation fuel shortage may ground flights after May. Essential updates for residents.
Economy · National NewsItalian firms wait 73+ days for payment despite shorter terms. Late payments surge 20% for small businesses. What it means for your cash flow in 2025.
Economy · PoliticsItalian stocks fall 0.9% as US-Iran tensions spike energy prices. What rising oil and interest rates mean for residents living in Italy.
Transportation · EconomyItalian truckers may halt nationwide freight over €2/liter diesel and 40-cent contract cuts. Food, retail deliveries at risk. Strike decision April 17.
Economy · PoliticsUS naval blockade closes Strait of Hormuz, pushing Italian energy bills and aluminum costs to four-year highs. Impact on Italy's economy.
Economy · PoliticsSpain warns EU's €360B China deficit unsustainable. How trade tensions affect Italian consumers, businesses & prices in 2026. Key changes explained.
Politics · EconomyPope Leone XIV rallies global churches for peace as Iran-U.S. talks fail. Energy prices spike in Italy. Here's what residents need to know.