Insights from Italy: December 2025

As more Canadian businesses look beyond North America for growth, we’re seeing a surge of interest in Italy, not just as a market, but as a strategic entry point into the European Union. In the first half of 2025 alone, our Chamber has received a record number of inquiries from Canadian exporters, investors, and entrepreneurs seeking insight, introductions, and market intelligence on Italy.

To support this momentum, we’re pleased to share the latest edition of Business Insights from Italy, a monthly economic publication produced by The European House – Ambrosetti in collaboration with the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation. This high-level briefing offers a concise, data-backed snapshot of the current state of Italy’s economy and investment landscape.

December 2025: Key Insights from Italy

The December 2025 edition of Business Insights from Italy, produced by The European House Ambrosetti, offers a concise snapshot of Italy’s economic direction at a time of global uncertainty. The report highlights modest but resilient GDP growth, record employment levels, moderating inflation, and improving credit conditions, pointing to a more stable environment for investment.

This issue also examines two developments of particular interest to international businesses: the new Codice degli incentivi, which will introduce a unified and simplified framework for business incentives starting January 2026, and the continued growth of Italy’s Blue Economy, a sector that now accounts for more than 11 percent of national GDP.

Together, these insights underline Italy’s focus on reform, sustainability, and long-term competitiveness, offering relevant signals for Canadian companies exploring opportunities in Europe.

The full report is available below.

📥 Download the December 2025 Business Insights from Italy Report