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Stefano Gabbana pictured on 17 January de 2026 in Milán. (STEFANO RELLANDINI)

Stefano Gabbana steps down as President of D&G

April 11, 2026April 11, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Stefano Gabbana, the co-founder of one of Italy’s most iconic fashion houses, has resigned from his executive roles at the group he built with Domenico Dolce, as the brand navigates a luxury sector slowdown and refinancing talks with its banks.

Poste Italiane makes bid for telecom provider TIM

March 29, 2026March 29, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

In the biggest Italian corporate move of 2026, state-controlled Poste Italiane has launched a surprise takeover offer for TIM. This would effectively reverse its privatisation nearly three decades after it left public hands. The market is sceptical. TIM’s board has yet to even appoint advisers, and some say the Meloni government’s fingerprints are all over […]

Shein faces growing backlash in Italy

November 8, 2025November 8, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

After facing scrutiny in France, Chinese-founded e-commerce giant Shein is now meeting opposition in Italy. The company is expanding operations in Milan — the centre of Italian fashion. While consumers have embraced the platform’s low-cost clothing, industry leaders and the government warn that “ultra-fast fashion” threatens Italy’s textile sector.

Italy to defend Golden Power laws as Brussels prepares challenge

October 12, 2025October 12, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Italy’s government will defend its “golden power” rules protecting key national assets, Economy Minister Giancarlo Giorgetti said on Friday, after reports that the European Commission is preparing legal action against Rome.

fatal workplace accidents continue in Italy. Image: istock

Spate of workplace tragedies hits Italy again

September 8, 2025September 8, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Italy continues to grapple with a deadly wave of workplace tragedies. On Monday, four men lost their lives in separate incidents across Turin, Riposto (Catania), Monza, and Rome.

Energy costs Energy prices not going to drop soon, say Enel CEO. Credit: Getty Images

Energy costs unsustainable for Italian industry

September 3, 2025September 3, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Energy costs have become unsustainable for Italian industry, Confindustria President Emanuele Orsini said on Wednesday.

Salvini hails China as innovation giant

July 12, 2025July 12, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Deputy Prime Minister and Transport Minister Matteo Salvini has described China as a “colossus of innovation”. He also urged Italian companies to seize opportunities in the Asian market, following a three-day visit to the country.

Bialetti, famous for their moka pots, is being sold to a Chineses-backed investment fund. Image credit: Bialetti

Bialetti to be sold to Chinese-backed Investment Fund

April 17, 2025April 17, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Italian coffee icon Bialetti, known for its moka pots, is being sold to a Luxembourg-based investment firm linked to China. Founded in 1933 by Alfonso Bialetti in Crusinallo, Piedmont, the company revolutionised home coffee making with its distinctive aluminium design.

Italian Canned Tomatoes Celebrate Global Success

April 15, 2025April 15, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Naples, 15 April 2025 – The canned tomatoes sector continues to shine as a Made in Italy success story worldwide. On the second National Made in Italy Day, ANICAV shared data confirming the tomato’s growing export success.

The potential for a trade war as Trump threatens EU with tough tariffs. US tariffs hit Italy hard

Italy and EU work on US tariffs response

April 3, 2025April 3, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Premier Giorgia Meloni met with a ministerial taskforce on Thursday to discuss the US tariffs announced by President Donald Trump. She cancelled her engagements for the day to coordinate Italy’s response, sources said.