Piazza Affari gains ground: stocks leading the rise
Piazza Affari shows a clear upward trend after more than half an hour of trading; some stocks stand out for their positive performances while others experience unusual selling and volumes.
Economy & Finance
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Gas prices at €101,45/MWh: a 2,4% drop and risks for a European winter.
Natural gas hits €101,45/MWh as experts warn of a costly energy winter for Europe.
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CGIL criticizes the 2027 budget: cuts to pensions, schools, and healthcare.
CGIL accuses the 2027 budget of penalizing pensioners and schools, while increasing military spending.
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Car tax: everything changes in 2027: older cars don't pay, some electric cars do.
The tax exemption has been lifted for cars up to 80 kW, but there are still some inconsistencies: here's who risks being penalized by the new tax relief.
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Flat-rate tax regime 2027: 15% flat tax up to €100
The 15% flat tax for self-employed workers rises to €100.000, but VAT remains capped at €85.000: here are the numbers and deadlines.
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How much does it cost to hire a young person? Over 180 euros per 100 net.
The true cost of a young employee exceeds 180 euros for every 100 net earnings, a challenge for Italian SMEs.
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Audi is in crisis, with profits dropping to €95 million, due to competition from Chinese manufacturers.
Audi closed the third quarter of 2026 with a net profit of just €95 million, down 87%. The Chinese crisis and slowing sales weighed heavily.
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Skyrocketing gas prices, winter worries: experts sound warning
Gas prices jumped 5,4%, reaching a four-year high, raising concerns about further impacts on household and business bills.
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The BTP-Bund spread reaches 118 points, with a 4,54% yield on bonds.
The new BTP-Bund spread and the rise in bond yields mark a key moment for Italian markets.
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European markets rise amid inflation data and Middle Eastern tensions
Frankfurt, Paris, London, and Milan saw stock markets jump, with inflation and Middle Eastern tensions at the center of the debate.
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Budget: 44% defense spending and VAT increase on e-commerce
Russian Parliament allocates majority of budget to defense and raises taxes to support war
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Japanese market down: Nikkei -0,31% and yen stable
The Nikkei falls as the market awaits the BoJ's decision.
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European markets rise, with Frankfurt leading the way
The main European markets opened the week in positive territory, led by Frankfurt and Paris; the week will be marked by central bank decisions and significant corporate balance sheets.
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Italgas records a 10% increase in turnover in the first nine months
Italgas records a 10% increase in turnover, growing margins, and record investments focusing on flexible networks and biomethane.
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2027 Budget: 5% flat-rate tax on agreed rents, 1% for rents for those under 35: how much can you save?
2027 Budget, lower taxation on rents: flat-rate tax of 1% for those under 35 and 5% for agreed rents, all the new features and requirements for obtaining tax discounts.
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in investmentsBTPs: Value, Indexed, and Traditional: How to Choose the Right One
BTPs: Value, Indexed, and Traditional: A Comparison of Risks, Duration, Taxation, and a Practical Plan for 3- to 10-Year Goals with Example Portfolios.
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Budget 2027: A piggy bank for newborns is coming: €100 at birth and savings until age 18.
One of the measures envisaged in the 2027 Budget is a pension fund for newborns. This capital is designed to grow alongside children, up to the age of 18.
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Gas at €100/MWh: Reasons for the surge in Europe
European gas breaks the €100/MWh barrier: discover the reasons behind the surge and the consequences for consumers and industry.
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Nasdaq and Asia on the Rise: The Role of Artificial Intelligence
The Nasdaq, S&P 500, and Dow Jones are all gaining; in Asia, the KOSPI and Nikkei are rebounding, thanks to SK Hynix and AI hype.
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Budget 2027: Measures for Young People, Large Families, and Pensions
The government is preparing the 2027 Budget Law, including proposals for young people, tax breaks for families, and a new pension fund.
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Women in leadership but without power: the paradox of Italian businesses
Ninety-three percent of entrepreneurs consider women strategic, but recognition doesn't always translate into decision-making power. Seven out of ten Italian companies will face turnover in the next five years: what will happen?
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Global rally: Nikkei, Kospi, and FTSE MIB lead the way
The Nikkei rose 0,44%, the Kospi gained more than 3%, and European stock markets closed in the red, led by AI and semiconductors.
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Delisting and the market: what's at stake for the Milan Stock Exchange listing?
The Italian stock exchange is losing market capitalization and listed companies: 148 exits since 2021, worth approximately €69 billion. This is compounded by incentive proposals and worrying signs from regional employment.
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2025 Data: Increase in Judicial Liquidations and Negotiated Appeals
In 2025, Italian companies recorded a sharp increase in bankruptcies and in resorting to crisis procedures, demonstrating the vulnerability of the system.
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Nikkei falls 0,34% to 62.693 as yen and oil surge
The Nikkei fell 0,34% to 62.693 points amid oil tensions and AI concerns.
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Netflix Revolution: Layoffs, Film Chief, and Xbox Deal Canceled
Netflix is cutting nearly 1,000 jobs, firing Dan Lin, and abandoning a $500 million Xbox deal, pursuing a new content strategy.
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Italy: Gini coefficient drops to 31,0 in 2025
Italy's Gini coefficient hits its lowest level in ten years, but the disparity remains above the EU average.
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BTP Value and Value Together, the Ministry of Economy and Finance revises rates upwards
BTP Valore and BTP Valore together, the Ministry of Economy and Finance is forced to review the rates of the proposal for Italian citizens who wish to invest their money in savings.
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Fuel prices: Eni will maintain price cap until the end of 2026
The Italian oil group has decided to maintain controlled prices for diesel and gasoline until the end of the year, a move that is unmatched by its competitors.
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The spread between Italian government bonds and German Bunds exceeds 126 basis points.
The gap between Italian and German sovereign bonds is widening: the spread exceeds 126 basis points, the Italian 10-year bond is stable at 4,58% and the French OAT remains above 5%.
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Stock markets slow amid global and quarterly tensions: Wall Street holds firm, Europe and Asia retreat
International financial markets are experiencing a period of increasing selectivity, in which the results of large technology companies, the outlook for interest rates, and geopolitical tensions are influencing investors' choices.
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in investmentsDecorator's Pokémon cards fetch £1,56 million
A Pokémon card collection hidden in the attic makes a retiree a millionaire with a record sale.
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US interest rate spillover: Panetta's remarks in Turin
Governor Panetta analyzes the link between US rates, the spillover to Europe, and Italy's public finances.
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Like in 2020 with Covid, empty shelves and families in panic: what's really happening in supermarkets?
Truck drivers' protests continue to slow down deliveries in the South, with many supermarkets displaying empty shelves. This only increases concern among families.
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Petrol at €2,02/l, diesel at €2,26/l on the national network: MIMIT data
Diesel exceeds €2,30/l on the motorway, while petrol remains around €2,02/l on the state network.
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in investmentsCore-Satellite Portfolios: A Risk-Return Approach
A clear and timeless method for building core-satellite portfolios, managing bond duration, diversifying, and investing with discipline.
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The first Russian diesel tanker leaves for the USA
Moscow is shipping diesel to the US, a decision that could impact fuel prices ahead of the election.
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Russian Diesel En Route to the United States: The First Voyage
Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak confirmed the departure of the first tanker carrying Russian diesel to the US, a key milestone in the energy deal introduced by Trump.
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All Saints' Day 2026: No long weekend, but more money on your paycheck: how much are you really entitled to?
All Saints' Day 2026 falls on a Sunday and doesn't offer a long weekend, but for some workers, it could translate into an extra sum on their paycheck. The amount depends on the applicable national collective bargaining agreement and the rules governing holidays: here are the details.
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The Italian economy approaches 2027 amid inflation, higher credit costs, and cautious consumption.
The Italian economy approaches the final part of 2026 with a particularly complex challenge: sustaining growth while the cost of money, inflation, and household prudence continue to impact consumption and investment.
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Ryanair forecasts biggest airfare hike in Europe
Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary has warned that airfares in Europe could rise by up to 20% over the next 12 months due to rising fuel prices.
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Sevastopol lifts fuel purchase restrictions: causes and consequences
After months of restrictions, the port of Sevastopol is returning rubles to the pumps, but gasoline prices remain among the highest in Italy.
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Stocks, inflation, and earnings: the crucial week to understand where markets are headed.
From October 19th to 23rd, investors will be watching China's growth, the results of major tech companies, and new signs of the European and American economies. Caution is back in the spotlight.
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BTP Valore and BTP Valore Insieme: how the new offers work
The Treasury has opened a dual placement for two five-year BTPs: the BTP Valore with step-up coupons and the BTP Valore Insieme with a single coupon. Both offer the same gross yield at maturity but different prospects for savers.