Italian regional firms see revenue growth but struggle to hire staff

A report on medium-sized enterprises in the Ravenna and Ferrara provinces shows combined turnover of €2.6 billion and €651 million respectively, with 90 % of firms citing difficulty recruiting qualified personnel. The businesses remain optimistic about revenue and margin growth, yet more than seven out of ten fear a drop in earnings if global economic uncertainty persists. "Le medie imprese – ha sottolineato Giorgio Guberti, presidente della Camera di commercio di Ferrara Ravenna – sono una realtà produttiva dinamica…".

In Naples, city officials project 2026 as a year of consolidation and transformation, driven by tourism, a strategic Mediterranean port, and expanding digital and technology sectors. Increased visitor numbers boost hospitality, real‑estate, and short‑term rentals, while port activity strengthens logistics and trade. Investment in infrastructure and intermodal links is expected to raise competitiveness. Although credit demand is rising and families are seeking financial advice, access to financing for small enterprises remains a key challenge.