Tracking economy for Italy — coverage from the newsroom in Rome.
Politics · EconomyGlobal labor protections hit 12-year low in 2026. Italy faces strike criminalization, digital surveillance, and union attacks. Essential updates for workers.
Health · EconomyPiedmont heat protection now active: outdoor work banned 12:30-4 PM on high-risk days. Applies to agriculture, construction, delivery riders until August 2026.
Economy · TechAsian markets rally with Tencent's 10% jump and chip stocks rising. Oil and gas prices fall, easing Italy's energy bills. What investors need to know.
Economy · PoliticsEU extends deficit flexibility for Italy's energy infrastructure and renewables, but not for consumer subsidies. What the fiscal safeguard means for bills.
Economy · PoliticsECB targets 2029 digital euro launch after 2026 EU vote. Learn how it will affect payments, fees, and privacy for residents in Italy and across the eurozone.
Economy · PoliticsItalian BTP yields hit 3.69% amid geopolitical tensions and inflation concerns. Learn what rising bond spreads mean for residents and investors in Italy.
EconomyFTSE MIB edges higher with energy and semiconductors leading. Saipem, STMicroelectronics surge while Avio, Nexi retreat. Market rotation favors commodities over fintech.
Economy · PoliticsMiddle East tensions drive oil above $90. Italy's gas prices could hit €1.90/liter by mid-June. What residents need to know now.
Economy · National NewsItaly's factory sector hits 4-year peak with PMI 52.9, outpacing Germany and France. But inflation and cost pressures may test sustainability.