Italy central bank cuts growth and hikes inflation views
The Bank of Italy cut its 2026 growth forecast to 0.6% and raised inflation estimates to 2.6%. The bank cited high energy prices and geopolitical uncertainty.
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The central bank of Italy has lowered its economic growth projections for the coming years while simultaneously raising inflation expectations. This adjustment presents a significant challenge to the administration of Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, as the revised figures fall short of the government's previously established targets.
