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 2031, Italian-built Argonaut lunar landers will deliver European payloads to the lunar surface, forging a direct line from the Eternal City to permanent human presence on the Moon. Space Calendar - The First Space Calendar on the Moon
• [New] Newcleo has outlined its energy roadmap for the nuclear sector by stating that the first non-nuclear precursor prototype of its reactor in Italy is expected to be ready by 2026. Energies Media
• [New] France, Austria, and Italy have called for ESMA to directly oversee major crypto firms, with France threatening to block cross-border licence passporting. Digital Watch Observatory
• [New] The Lake Como EDITION in Italy will integrate biohacking therapies and Blue Zones-inspired wellness rituals to foster vitality and longevity. Travel And Tour World
• [New] Italy is seeing an especially dense strike calendar in December 2025, with disruptions hitting almost every mode of transport. The Traveler
• [New] Italy, Portugal, and France are the main countries affected, with Italy and Portugal seeing the most severe transport disruption. The Traveler
• [New] The 2025 Public Finance Document, published last April, confirms the fiscal roadmap agreed by the European Commission, forecasting a deficit-to-GDP ratio of 3.3% in 2025 and 2.8% in 2026 (thus respecting the 3% ceiling set by the EU Stability and Growth Pact). / Italy economic-research.bnpparibas.com
• [New] The working-age population will decline by around 5 million people by 2040. / Italy economic-research.bnpparibas.com
• [New] Population ageing and low birth rates are expected to have a profound impact on the growth potential of the Italian economy. economic-research.bnpparibas.com
• [New] Countries such as France, Germany, Denmark, the Netherlands, Italy, and others have now extended controls into 2025 and 2026. Mondaq
• 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
• 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
• The PEM electrolyzer from Ohium is expected to be shipped in early 2025. / Italy Market Research Company - Blackridge Research & Consult
• Italy and Spain, which are reviewing their subsidies next year, could then follow suit. Centre for European Reform
• 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
• 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
• 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
• 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
• 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

Last updated: 12 December 2025