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Italian tourism hits historic records amid regional shifts

21 clusters · 159 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Italy tourism trends show growth in cultural events and seasonal demand

By September 2026, Italian tourism reached a historic peak, recording 72.4 million arrivals and 276 million overnight stays during the summer season. This surge was primarily fueled by international travelers, while dome

Bank branch desertification in Italy

8 clusters · 57 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Italy banking desertification: 10 Piceno municipalities lack branches

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