Banca d'Italia

Bank branch desertification in Italy

7 clusters · 54 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Banking desertification concerns rise in Italy's Macerata province

By mid-2026, Italy’s banking network had shrunk by 36.7% since 2015, with over 11,000 branches closed. The total number of outlets fell from 30,258 in 2015 to approximately 19,016 by the first half of 2026. This decline

Banking regulation and oversight in Italy and San Marino

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Banca d'Italia mandates sanctions checks on all crypto transfers

Banking and financial oversight discussions have intensified in San Marino and Italy. In San Marino, the opposition party Repubblica Futura has criticized the management of the Central Bank, calling for greater local lea

Italy 2026 fiscal, labour and social welfare reforms

148 clusters · 418 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Italy updates Single Allowance and proposes newborn savings plan

In August 2026, Italy expanded its social welfare and pension landscape. Households with an ISEE below €9,530 (or below €20,000 for families with four or more dependents) receive an automatic 25% discount on waste tax (T

Phishing and cyber scam escalation

18 clusters · 90 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Cybersecurity risks rise for SMEs and telecom sectors via phishing and Shadow AI

The cyber-threat landscape continues to evolve through the integration of artificial intelligence and the exploitation of seasonal digital activity. AI-powered phishing has reportedly increased by 341% over a six-month p

Italy 2026 fiscal policy, tax administration and TARI

222 clusters · 552 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Italy implements new tax measures via Omnibus decree

Italy continues to refine its 2026 fiscal landscape through legislative updates and localized tax adjustments. The Omnibus 2026 corrective decree, implemented via Legislative Decree 148/2026, introduces several key chang

BNPL growth, essential spending, and merchant risks

14 clusters · 50 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: BNPL usage rises for essential expenses like rent and groceries

Buy‑now‑pay‑later (BNPL) has shifted from a niche add‑on to an expected checkout option. Providers advance the full sale amount to merchants, charging higher per‑transaction fees, while early placement on product, catego

Italian Court of Cassation legal expense rulings

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Italian Court of Cassation limits legal expense compensation

The Italian Court of Cassation issued a ruling establishing strict limits on legal expense compensation to protect the right of defense. The court determined that judges are prohibited from using generic or vague formula

Public transport fare increases in Lombardy

3 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Trenord increases railway fares by 3.88% in Lombardy

Public transport costs in the Lombardy region of Italy are undergoing adjustments. In the Province of Lodi, the Local Public Transport Agency authorized a tariff realignment for 2026. While monthly commuter subscriptions

Poste Italiane expands ATM network and digital services

4 clusters · 27 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: Poste Italiane enables cardless withdrawals via Postamat ATMs

Poste Italiane is upgrading its Postamat ATM network with new generation machines featuring a “cash-in” function. This allows account holders to deposit banknotes directly into the machines, providing a digital summary o

Italian social welfare and family support measures

2 clusters · 18 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: Italy housing market shows divergence in student rentals and mortgage trends

Italy is implementing various regional and national welfare measures aimed at supporting families, caregivers, and specific demographic groups. In late August 2026, regional initiatives were introduced to assist female

Italian financial asset and deposit trends

2 clusters · 12 sources · last updated 20 days ago

Latest: Italian bank deposits reach 1,163 billion euros amid rising account costs

Managed assets in Italy have seen significant growth, surpassing the 1,000 billion euro threshold. By the end of 2025, total assets managed by banks, investment firms, and asset management companies reached 1,083.4 billi

Calabria tourism and regional infrastructure developments

6 clusters · 35 sources · last updated 21 days ago

Latest: Calabria tourism growth sparks debate over regional development

In late July 2026, Calabria promoted a tourism expansion focusing on its Tyrrhenian beaches, Ionian spots, and inland hiking. A €20 million cultural-urban regeneration programme in Gerace aims to restore churches and est

Italy gender gap and labor market challenges

3 clusters · 11 sources · last updated 25 days ago

Latest: Italy reports record current account surplus amid labor market challenges

Eurostat data released in late July highlighted a stark gender disparity in Italy's labour market, showing that women are expected to work roughly nine years fewer than men over a lifetime. The gap, attributed largely to