Tracking economy for Italy — coverage from the newsroom in Rome.
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 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.
Tech · EconomyRevolut hit £1.3B profit in 2025. For Italy's 5M target users by 2026: expanded banking features, MiCA crypto licensing, and enhanced deposit safety. What's new.
Tech · EconomyItaly rises to 4th place in EU patents as machine tools and green tech surge. What this means for jobs and investment in Italy's innovation future.
Economy · Digital LifestyleItaly tightens BNPL rules from November 2026. New affordability checks, stricter lending standards, and disclosure requirements protect vulnerable households from over-indebtedness.
Economy · PoliticsPotential US-Iran agreement could reopen Strait of Hormuz, stabilizing oil prices and easing inflation in Italy. Asian markets rally on hopes of reduced energy costs and supply chain relief.
Economy · EnvironmentItaly's gas prices fell 4.3% to €56.68/MWh as Iran-US tensions ease, but household bills remain elevated after 88% monthly surge. What it means for your costs.
Economy · PoliticsBrent crude above $100 and WTI at $91.20 trigger pump price hikes. How Middle East tensions affect your grocery bills and heating costs in Italy.