Italy’s economy experienced a modest growth of 0.2% in the second quarter of 2026 compared to the previous quarter, while the gross domestic product (GDP) increased by 1.0% year-on-year, confirming initial estimates. This growth was primarily driven by a 0.2% increase in household and nonprofit consumption and a similar rise in gross fixed investment, according to the latest economic data.
Trade activities showed mixed results, with imports rising by 1.5% and exports increasing by 1.0% during the period. While domestic demand contributed positively to the economic growth, net foreign demand exerted a negative influence.
Analyzing the production sectors, the services industry showed resilience with a 0.4% growth, which helped to balance out declines in agriculture, forestry, and fishing, which saw a slight decrease of 0.1%, and the industrial sector, which fell by 0.6%.
The carry-over effect for Italy’s GDP growth in 2026 was estimated at 0.8%, reflecting the ongoing economic dynamics and the contributions of various sectors to the overall performance.