Tracking economy for Italy — coverage from the newsroom in Rome.
Economy · PoliticsECB warns Italian banks must prepare for geopolitical shocks. Learn how 2026 stress tests and rising global tensions could impact lending rates and financial stability.
Economy · PoliticsItaly faces 60% energy price spikes from Qatar disruptions and market volatility. Defense Minister Crosetto explains why negotiating with Russia won't lower costs.
EconomyFTSE MIB gains 0.8% as central banks hold rates. How ECB, Fed decisions impact Italian mortgages, savings, and investments. Oil retreats amid geopolitical shifts.
Transportation · EconomyItaly's Ecobonus opens today: get up to €4,000 off electric motorcycles and scooters. Save money, skip ZTL fines, and apply through your dealer now.
EconomyUniCredit's €35B Commerzbank takeover bid faces German resistance. Learn how this banking merger could affect your UniCredit shares, mortgage rates, and cross-border lending.
EconomyItalian BTP-Bund spread tightens to 75 basis points, signaling lower borrowing costs and better mortgage rates. Renewed investor confidence in Italy's economy.
Economy · National NewsItalian government bonds strengthen as BTP-Bund spread narrows to 74bp. Lower yields could ease borrowing costs for residents and mortgage holders in 2026.
Economy · PoliticsDiesel hits €2.03/liter as Codacons files criminal complaints in 104 Italian prosecutor offices over price speculation. Construction materials and groceries rising. How it affects residents.
EconomyMilan's FTSE MIB surged 1.22% driven by Tenaris and Eni gains as energy stocks rallied amid Middle East tensions pushing oil past $102. Italian market outlook.