Tracking national news for Italy — coverage from the newsroom in Rome.
Economy · National NewsBarilla invests €100M in a new Foggia pasta hub, securing jobs and modernizing production in Puglia by 2030. A strategic shift for Italy's food industry.
Politics · National NewsUS plans to cut 25,000 troops from Europe put Italy in the frame. How Meloni responds and the impact for residents living near bases like Aviano.
National News · PoliticsPresident Mattarella declares violence against women a national emergency, calls for school-based prevention as new Valditara Act sparks debate. €93m allocated for support centres.
Politics · National NewsPD's Schlein challenges Conte on primaries and Ukraine policy. Will the opposition unite to face Meloni in early elections?
Economy · National NewsItalian families see slowest wealth growth in Europe at 22.8% over 10 years. Top 5% now hold over 50% of net wealth as inequality reaches record levels.
National NewsEight million Italian students return to school with major reforms. New curriculum adds mandatory AI and finance literacy. Staggered starts across regions continue.
Politics · National NewsItaly's centre-right coalition negotiates a UDC-Forza Italia alliance to strengthen its moderate, pro-European wing before the 2027 elections.
Economy · National NewsMajor banks including UniCredit bid for BdM Banca. The sale impacts jobs and credit access in Southern Italy. Learn about the timeline and stakes for residents.
Economy · National NewsItalian markets reacted to the Fed's 25bp rate hike and Stellantis' plunge. See how BTP yields, energy prices, and mortgages are affected for Italian households.