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Italy's Growth Outlook Downgraded to 0.6% Amid Energy Crisis

4/22/2026

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Economy Minister Giancarlo Giorgetti announced Italy's growth outlook for 2026–2027 is 0.6%.
He cited rising energy prices and Middle East instability as the downgrade's reasons.
The budget deficit is projected at 2.9% of GDP, up from 2.8%, with debt expected to reach 138.6% this year and a windfall tax on energy companies under consideration.
Italy faces challenges exiting EU disciplinary procedure due to 2025 deficit of 3.1%.

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Economy Minister Giancarlo Giorgetti announced Italy's growth outlook for 2026–2027 is 0.6%.
He cited rising energy prices and Middle East instability as the downgrade's reasons.
The budget deficit is projected at 2.9% of GDP, up from 2.8%, with debt expected to reach 138.6% this year and a windfall tax on energy companies under consideration.
Italy faces challenges exiting EU disciplinary procedure due to 2025 deficit of 3.1%.