Confartigianato

Italy energy crisis and economic growth outlook

20 clusters · 198 sources · last updated about 22 hours ago

Latest: Italy gas prices hit historic high for vulnerable customers

The energy crisis in Italy continues to strain the national economy and household stability. While Confindustria has revised its 2026 GDP growth forecast upward to 1% due to the National Recovery and Resilience Plan (PNR

Italy energy transition and regional development initiatives

17 clusters · 93 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Energy efficiency and geothermal technology developments in Italy

Italy continues to advance national and regional programs centered on energy transition, urban regeneration, and social sustainability. The Ministry of Environment and Energy Security (MASE) has launched the ‘Al Pianeta

Basilicata youth labor and agricultural crisis

3 clusters · 15 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Italian regional officials discuss agricultural support and youth involvement

The Basilicata region is facing challenges regarding youth engagement and workforce readiness. According to the 2026 Confartigianato Youth Friendly Territories Index, Basilicata ranked 15th nationally with a score of 469

Local and regional developments in Italy

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Regional news and judicial events in Italy

Reports from the Martesana region include hygiene concerns at a primary school in Romano di Lombardia due to starling droppings, as well as an enforcement action by the Guardia di Finanza. The latter involved the seizure

Italy approves major reform of craftsmanship law

5 clusters · 21 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Italy approves major reform of the framework law on craftsmanship

Leaders of Italian craft associations, including CNA, Confartigianato, and Casartigiani, have successfully advocated for a comprehensive reform of the nation’s framework law on craftsmanship. The legislation, which had r

Evolution of Italy’s regional and experiential tourism

43 clusters · 124 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Regional nature and hiking initiatives in Italy

The trend of seeking Italy’s diverse regional offerings continues to expand, with a heightened focus on culinary heritage, artisanal craftsmanship, and experiential models. Gastronomy remains a central pillar, ranging fr

Italian local economic and cultural development initiatives

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: Italian regional associations focus on youth entrepreneurship and training

Various regional initiatives in Italy are focusing on economic growth, cultural preservation, and vocational training. In Calabria, local leaders are emphasizing the importance of leveraging history, agriculture, and loc

Italian labor market trends and regulatory developments

6 clusters · 46 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: Italy labor reforms and Constitutional Court rulings on employment

The Italian labor market continues to undergo structural shifts, marked by regional employment changes and new regulatory updates. In Calabria, a report from Fondazione Studi Consulenti del Lavoro highlights a 21.7% incr

Intesa Sanpaolo economic and investment initiatives

4 clusters · 32 sources · last updated 13 days ago

Latest: Intesa Sanpaolo funds startups and green innovation projects

Intesa Sanpaolo has undertaken several initiatives to support the Italian economy and connect domestic companies with capital. In September 2026, the bank’s IMI Corporate & Investment Banking division hosted the “Italia

Innovation and sustainability trends in Italian business

2 clusters · 20 sources · last updated 16 days ago

Latest: Italy business sectors focus on innovation and sustainability

Italian business sectors are increasingly prioritizing innovation and sustainability across various industries. Data from the 2022-2024 period indicates that approximately 62.9% of small Italian enterprises with at least

Italy fuel crisis: rising costs, regional disparities, and's

20 clusters · 323 sources · last updated 21 days ago

Latest: Italy fuel prices show rising diesel and methane costs

The Italian fuel situation has escalated into a crisis characterized by high diesel costs and supply shortages. While national self-service gasoline prices previously stabilized at approximately 2.035 euros per liter, di

FAI Autumn Days 2026 cultural heritage events

6 clusters · 229 sources · last updated 23 days ago

Latest: FAI Autumn Days attracts 400,000 visitors across Italy

The 15th edition of the FAI (Fondo per l'Ambiente Italiano) ‘Giornate FAI d’Autunno’ (FAI Autumn Days) took place on October 10 and 11, 2026. Supported by a renewed four-year partnership with Groupama Assicurazioni, the