AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoIndustrial Output: Italian factory production rose 1.2% in September, but the third quarter remained weak, tempering hopes for a sustained recovery. Growth Outlook: Istat forecasts GDP growth of 0.9% in 2026 and 0.6% in 2027. Banking: Crédit Agricole has proposed combining its Italian business with Banco BPM, potentially creating the country’s third-largest bank; Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni says the tie-up will be assessed in the coming weeks. Corporate Results: Telecom Italia reported Q3 revenue growth of more than 4% and reaffirmed its annual targets, while infrastructure group Inwit saw sales fall 1%. Energy Costs: Italy approved measures to lower power bills for households and businesses, drawing complaints from energy producers. Business Expansion: TVS Motor says sales in Italy rose 110% over the past year, as it showcased new European-focused models in Milan. Pharmaceuticals: Recordati reported nine-month revenue growth of 7.5%, with EBITDA up 7.7%.
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