Tracking economy for Italy — coverage from the newsroom in Rome.
Politics · EconomyIran demonstrates 4,000km missile range capability reaching Europe. Analysts project fuel could hit €1.80-€2.00/liter if Gulf disrupted. Security and economic implications for Italy.
Economy · National NewsItalian BTP-Bund spread jumps to 99 basis points amid energy crisis. Learn how higher borrowing costs affect residents, mortgages, and public services in Italy.
Economy · National NewsMiddle East tensions drive Italian gas prices above €60/MWh. How rising energy costs affect household bills and government relief plans for 2026.
Economy · TechItalian state takes control of Telecom Italia via Poste's €10.8B takeover. Deal creates national digital champion, promising 5G expansion and new service bundles for residents.
Politics · EconomyItaly's first major geopolitics festival drew 6,000 to Ascoli Piceno. Learn how the event connected global conflicts to everyday life—from energy to security—for Italian residents.
Environment · EconomyItaly's renewable energy surges with wind power doubling output in February 2026. Discover what this means for electricity costs and your energy bills.
Economy · National News9 in 10 Italian shoppers face shrinkflation on Easter eggs—smaller products at 6-10% higher prices. Learn how to spot downsizing and save money this Easter 2026.
Economy · PoliticsIran conflict triggers energy spike and inflation fears across Europe. Italy's borrowing costs hit 3-year high at 3.93%, adding €17B in debt servicing burden as ECB weighs rate hikes.
Politics · EconomyFNSI calls March 27 and April 16 strikes over stagnant wages, 20% loss in purchasing power, and AI job threats in Italian newsrooms.