Economy · PoliticsRome Competes for EU Customs Agency: What 400 New Jobs Could Mean for Residents
Rome advancing in final round to host EU Customs Agency. Decision expected April. Hundreds of jobs and economic boost for residents and businesses.
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Economy · EnvironmentItaly Softens Biomass Subsidy Cuts, Protecting Energy Plants and Jobs
Italy's parliament eases biomass subsidy cuts, safeguarding renewable energy plants and rural jobs while maintaining consumer bill savings. New implementation phase begins.
EconomyItalian Bank Banca Finint Nearly Doubles Profits in 2025, Beats Forecasts
Banca Finint posts 31 million euro profit in 2025, up 89% YoY. Fee-driven growth and strong margins defy industry trends. Full analysis here.
EconomyItaly's Financial Markets Get a New Asset Class: What Salary-Backed Loan Securitization Means for Investors
Ibl Banca's €700M salary-backed loan securitization gains Consob approval and Borsa Italiana listing—Italy's first regulated ABS prospectus opens structured finance market.
Economy · PoliticsLille Wins Race to Host EU Customs Agency: What This Means for Italian Trade and Ports
EU selects Lille over Rome for new customs agency hub. Learn how 2027 changes affect Italian exporters, port procedures, and compliance costs for traders.
Economy · National NewsMPS Board Suspends CEO Lovaglio Ahead of April Shareholder Vote
MPS board suspends CEO Lovaglio after he joins rival slate backed by PLT Holding. Interim leadership takes over ahead of April 15 shareholder showdown.
Economy · PoliticsItaly's Tax Crackdown Just Got Real: €36 Billion Recovered and What It Means for Your Money
Italy recovered €36.2B in 2025 through tightened enforcement. How digital tracking, AI audits, and data sharing affect expats and business owners in Italy.
Economy · CultureMondadori's Textbook Takeover: What Rising School Costs Mean for Italian Families
Mondadori bids for Hoepli's education division. Learn how Italy's publishing consolidation could affect textbook prices and school supply costs for families.
Economy · PoliticsEU Parliament Approves Negotiating Framework with Safeguards for Italian Exports to US
EU Parliament sets negotiating conditions for US trade talks with suspension clauses protecting Italian exporters. Learn what safeguards mean for your business.