Italy’s economic growth moderated in the second quarter of 2026, with gross domestic product expanding by 0.2% quarter-on-quarter, down from a 0.3% increase in the first quarter of 2026. The latest figures, updated on 30 July 2026, indicate a slight cooling in momentum for the eurozone’s third-largest economy.
On a quarter-over-quarter basis, the current reading compares the change in output in the second quarter to the first quarter of 2026, while the previous figure reflected growth in the first quarter versus the final quarter of the prior year. The marginal slowdown suggests that while the Italian economy continues to grow, the pace has become more subdued heading into the second half of 2026.
The softer expansion may prompt closer monitoring from policymakers and investors, as they assess whether the loss of momentum is temporary or signals a more persistent easing in domestic demand and overall activity.
