Italian Confidence Ticks Up, Led By An Olympics-Driven Tourism Boost
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ING Economic and Financial Analysis4.97K FollowersFollow5ShareSavePlay(4min)CommentsSummaryItalian consumer and service-sector confidence has risen, while industry has slipped.Overall, the picture remains consistent with a very gradual exit from stagnation and still points to modest quarterly GDP growth in the fourth quarter.We confirm our GDP growth forecast of 0.6% for 2025 and 0.8% for 2026. Flavio Vallenari/iStock Unreleased via Getty Images By Paolo Pizzoli, Senior Economist, Italy, Greece Consumers regain confidence After a clear drop in November, Italian consumer confidence rebounded in December, returning to the yearly average. Households reported better economic conditions and stronger family budgets. ExpectationsThis article was written byING Economic and Financial Analysis4.97K FollowersFollowFrom Trump to trade, FX to Brexit, ING’s global economists have it covered. Go to ING.com/THINK to stay a step ahead. We’re sorry we can’t reply to individuals' comments.Content disclaimer: The information in the publication is not an investment recommendation and it is not investment, legal or tax advice or an offer or solicitation to purchase or sell any financial instrument.This publication has been prepared by ING solely for information purposes without regard to any particular user's investment objectives, financial situation, or means. For our full disclaimer please click here.