Tracking politics for Italy — coverage from the newsroom in Rome.
Economy · PoliticsHormuz closure risks pushing Italy into recession. Energy bills rising, product delays mounting, corporate defaults could hit 5% by 2027. Key impacts for residents.
Economy · PoliticsIran tensions drive Brent crude past $110, pushing Italian 10-year BTP yields to 3.87%. Higher fuel costs and borrowing rates squeeze households and investors.
Economy · PoliticsItaly pushes EU for budget flexibility on energy relief. Commission says use €95B in existing funds first. Fuel costs set to spike in May.
Politics · EconomyRussia launches 64,000-troop nuclear exercises while Putin visits China. Learn how this affects Italy's energy costs, security, and EU stability in 2024.
Economy · PoliticsMilan's FTSE MIB drops 0.91% on dividend payouts while broader Europe rallies on Iran diplomacy. Italy gas bills up 13% from Hormuz closure—what it means for residents.
Politics · National NewsItalian magistrates accuse Justice Ministry of crossing constitutional line in L'Aquila court inspection. Dispute could reshape judicial independence and court accountability.
Economy · PoliticsOpposition pushes €9/hour minimum wage affecting 3.6M workers in Italy. What residents, expats, and investors need to know about the wage debate and employment impact.
Economy · PoliticsItalian households face €477 gas bill increase due to Strait of Hormuz tensions. Learn what's driving prices and when relief may come for residents.
Politics · ImmigrationPope meets with Armenian Church leader to discuss Lebanon's deteriorating situation. Implications for Italian diaspora and European stability explained.