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Latest news and need-to-know information on business, businesses, investment, mergers & acquisitions, stock market and more in Italy.
Scuffles in France, Italy and beyond as Swatch sale descends into chaos
The launch of limited-edition Swatch watches descended into chaos Saturday in several European cities and New York, with French police firing tear gas to restore order at one store near Paris.
EU court sides with Italy over Meta on publishers' compensation rights
The European Court of Justice sided on Tuesday with Italy against technology giant Meta in defending the rights of online publishers, saying they could negotiate compensation with digital platforms.
'Second life': Vintage Fiat 500s get electric makeover
In a workshop in Turin -- the historic home of Italian carmaker Fiat -- vintage 500 models are getting a makeover with electric engines.
Italian watchdog investigates travel giant Booking.com
Italy's AGCM competition authority said on Wednesday it was investigating online travel giant Booking.com for allegedly offering more visibility for accommodation providers that pay them higher commission.
Italy investigates Sephora over pushing cosmetic sales to minors
Italian competition regulators said on Friday they have opened a probe into French luxury group LVMH and its Sephora and Benefit subsidiaries for promoting skin care products to minors.
Italy's postal service launches bid to take over telecoms giant TIM
Poste Italiane is launching a 10.8-billion euro bid to take full control of telecom operator TIM, in which it already holds a majority stake, the state-controlled post office said on Monday.
Italian billionaire agrees sale of La Stampa newspaper
Italian billionaire John Elkann has struck a preliminary agreement for the sale of leading daily La Stampa to a regional media group, the companies said on Wednesday.
Deliveroo Italy under court administration over worker exploitation claims
A prosecutor in Milan has ordered the Italian subsidiary of Deliveroo to be placed under court administration, accusing the food delivery service of exploiting its workers.
Airbus says 'up to 628' planes need inspection for metal plate problem
European aircraft manufacturer Airbus has said that up to 628 of its A320 planes worldwide may need to be inspected for a metal plate “quality issue” that has come to light.
Italy squares up to Shein as ultra-fast fashion show comes to Milan
After its troubles in France, Shein faces more opposition in Italy, where it has targeted shoppers in fashion capital Milan - and where the government and industry are pushing back.
After Armani, Italian fashion houses are in flux
The first Milan Fashion Week without Giorgio Armani marks the end of an era in Italian luxury, at a time when houses across the sector are already in transition.
EU still seeking trade deal after new Trump tariff threat
The EU still hopes to strike a deal with the United States despite President Donald Trump's ramped-up threat of 30-percent tariffs, the bloc's trade chief said Monday, with pressure on Brussels to toughen its stance.
Historic Italian football club Brescia goes bankrupt
Italian football club Brescia will cease to exist after 114 years of history following its owner's failure to honour a €3 million debt.
Milan Fashion Week opens amid luxury sector woes
Flair and fanfare promise to light up the Milan Fashion Week catwalks this week, but upcoming shows may not be enough to turn attention away from a worrying slump in the luxury sector.
Italy investigates four electric vehicle makers over consumer information
Italy's competition watchdog said on Friday it was investigating four electric vehicle makers, including Tesla and Stellantis, over alleged unfair commercial practices linked to "contradictory" information given to consumers.
US space company Virgin Galactic eyes possible expansion into Italy
American space company Virgin Galactic announced on Thursday it was exploring the possibility of opening a new base in Italy, potentially offering suborbital flights to tourists in Europe for the first time.
'Build trust': Essential etiquette for doing business in Italy
Whether you’re working in Italy as an employee, operating as a self-employed freelancer or thinking about starting a company, there are business norms to observe if you want to thrive and build connections.
Italy says China trade deal not meeting expectations
A controversial investment deal with China has failed to meet Italian expectations, Rome's top diplomat said on Saturday ahead of a visit to Beijing, as speculation mounts that Italy will withdraw.
Uber to shut down food delivery service in Italy
The Uber Eats food delivery service is leaving Italy after seven years, the company announced on Thursday.
These 10 facts prove London is still open for business
London has been a global nerve centre for nearly 2000 years and has no plans to abdicate now.
Streaming service DAZN to refund Italian customers over Serie A blackouts
Sports entertainment streaming service DAZN told Italy's government on Tuesday it would issue partial refunds to viewers after a string of recent service interruptions enraged Italian football fans.
Italian brand Prada suspends retail sales in Russia
Italian luxury label Prada has announced it is suspending retail sales in Russia following the invasion of Ukraine.
ITA: Italian government approves privatisation of new national airline
Italy's government on Friday agreed to the privatisation of ITA Airways, the successor of Alitalia currently being eyed by Lufthansa and MSC.