FX.co ★ Italian GDP Expands More than Expected

Italy's gross domestic product (GDP) grew by 0.3% in the last quarter of 2025 compared to the previous quarter, as per a preliminary estimate. This growth surpassed market forecasts, which anticipated a modest 0.2% increase, and exceeded the 0.1% rise seen in the preceding quarter, signaling renewed momentum in the Italian economy. Across all sectors, output experienced growth, with agriculture and industry showing more pronounced increases. Domestically, expenditure rose significantly, helping to counteract the negative effects of trade disruptions with the U.S. due to tariffs. Annually, the data suggests a 0.7% growth for 2025, exceeding the Bank of Italy's 0.6% projection.