Tag "Matteo Renzi"
Italy: Will the Government Fall (Again)?
Amid a global pandemic and with 209 billion euros to be spent to counter the effects of the economic downturn (-9.9% GDP), the Italian government is facing yet another crisis. Will this lead to the third change in the executive in less than three years? Or will the majority find a compromise before it is too late?
The Week Ahead: 25 February – 3 March 2018
Right wing populists slated to make gains in Italian elections. New ceasefire comes to Syria. EU budget negotiations spill over. The United Kingdom debates the customs union. All in The Week Ahead.
Anti-Euro undercurrents in Italy are spelling trouble
Political risk is intensifying in the Eurozone, specifically in France and Italy. Italy is emerging as a potential auxiliary source of risk.
Italy and the consequences of the “No” vote
Italy voted “No” to the national referendum on Sunday, December 4th resulting in important economic and political consequences for the nation and the European Union (EU).
Why Italy’s referendum carries risks for the entire EU
Attention is turning to Italy constitutional referendum, where Renzi has said he will resign if he loses the vote. Many fear that the prevailing anti-establishment mood will defeat the government.
The Week Ahead
Clinton and Trump face off. Argentina presents inflation targets. Italy releases budget. Congress faces government shutdown. All in The Week Ahead.
Italy’s banking problem: a bigger dilemma than Brexit
Current concerns over the solvency of Italy’s debt are raising concerns over the country’s economic and financial stability.
The Week Ahead
European leaders discuss the economy and migration. South African central bank explores economic concerns. U.S. presidential campaign continues as new economic data is released. Turkey turns its attention to the U.S. Monetary policy forum
What lies ahead for the European Union?
Between a push for further integration, conservatively keeping the status quo and the temptation of sovereignty, the coming months are pivotal for the EU.
Italy’s defence outlook for 2016
Italian defence spending will continue to stagnate in the near-term, prompting important questions surrounding ongoing procurement programmes.
