Global Scans · Italy · Weekly Summary

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WHAT'S NEXT?: The Italian economy is already in a fragile state and a now likely period of political uncertainty would be likely to do further damage. In particular, Italy's banking industry is seen as vulnerable to a loss of confidence. Italy could be the next domino to fall out of the EU through increasing populist party support.

• [New] By 2025, Italy's test track will go live; by 2027, China plans to extend operational corridors; and by 2030, the U.S. aims to activate a continent-spanning freight network. International Defense Security & Technology
• [New] Backed by HyperloopTT and aerospace giant Leonardo, the Veneto region has greenlit a 10-kilometer test corridor connecting Venice and Padua, with commercial operations targeted for 2030. / Italy International Defense Security & Technology
• [New] The PEM electrolyzer from Ohium is expected to be shipped in early 2025. / Italy Market Research Company - Blackridge Research & Consult
• [New] Italy and Spain, which are reviewing their subsidies next year, could then follow suit. Centre for European Reform
• [New] At the Venice Sustainable Fashion Forum in October, Italy announced that it is working on extended producer responsibility legislation for the textile sector, expected to come into force in the first quarter of 2026. Vogue
• [New] Thales received a €100 million contract from the Italian Space Agency to build a network of satellite factories across Italy that should be fully operational by 2026. Yahoo News Singapore
• [New] Countries such as Germany, France, Italy, and the United Kingdom are investing in space satellites, defence, and launch capabilities to protect assets, boost competitiveness, and respond to emerging threats in orbit. Yahoo News Singapore
• [New] Italy highlighted its increased climate finance and commitment to scaling 3DEN globally, while UNEP stressed that digitalization could save $1.2 trillion in grid efficiency by 2050. UNEP - UN Environment Programme
• [New] Italy and Spain are expected to continue to post more moderate deficits, mainly due to their ability to generate primary surpluses, which are expected to increase further. FXStreet
• [New] Growth of less than 1% is predicted for France and Italy in 2025. European Newsroom
• [New] Consumers in Italy, Spain, and Germany generally plan moderate spending between €250 and €500, reinforcing a healthy but cautious retail outlook. MarTech Cube
• [New] In a bid to match the electricity European customers use to power their phones and computers, Apple says it will add 650 MW solar and wind projects in Europe by 2030.Around $600m is being spent on new large-scale renewable projects in Greece, Italy, Latvia, Poland, and Romania. Last Week in ConTech
• [New] The Italian Alps could see some of the most intense snowfalls, especially in regions like Trentino-Alto Adige and Val d'Aosta, where snow accumulation often causes traffic accidents and flight delays. Travel And Tour World
• [New] Fluctuations in energy prices will have consequences on production costs for Italian businesses production costs. hybriscf.it
• [New] The international context will remain a critical variable for Italy's economy in 2025. hybriscf.it
• [New] Rising financing costs, without support from the ECB, could place significant pressure on public finances. / Italy hybriscf.it
• [New] Italy's public debt, which exceeded 140% of GDP, will remain a critical factor for economic stability. hybriscf.it
• [New] In the context of an uncertain global economy, Italy faces 2025 with a mix of structural challenges and opportunities. hybriscf.it
• [New] Last year, Hungary supported a letter written by officials in Austria, Italy and France to the EU Council of Ministers that described the cell-based meat industry as a threat to primary farm-based approaches. Just Food
• [New] The research will leverage Sinottica's linear TV data alongside several Amazon inventory sources, including Amazon DSP, Sponsored Ads (Products, Brands, Display), and Streaming TV (Prime Video, Twitch, Fire TV). / Italy City AM
• [New] Altagamma's 2026 Consensus The Italian high-end sector - which accounts for over 7% of national GDP - continues to demonstrate resilience, thanks to the creativity and manufacturing excellence that characterize the entire value chain. WWD
• [New] Italy is estimated to grow at an even more sluggish pace - 0.4% in 2025 and 0.8% in 2026 and 2027 - despite being the main beneficiary of the EU's post-COVID recovery program. Politico

Last updated: 05 December 2025