AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoHeatwave Costs: Italy’s business and tourism confederation warns extreme heat could hit the economy with €6–12bn in annual losses, driven by higher energy bills, weaker labor productivity and tourism demand shifts. Energy Tax Policy: A Brussels-commissioned review says electricity is taxed far more than gas across much of the EU, leaving electrification more expensive for both households and companies. Digital Euro Rollout: The ECB has selected 36 payment service providers for its digital euro pilot, with the program set to expand across 19 central banks. Corporate Moves: Telecom Italia’s board backs Poste’s takeover offer, keeping pressure on Italy’s telecom consolidation. Renewables & Storage: Sonnedix has agreed to acquire a 260MW battery storage portfolio in Italy, adding to the country’s fast-growing grid flexibility push. Business Climate: Bank of Italy forecasts 2026 inflation at 3.1% and rising price expectations. Biogas Deal: Burckhardt Compression completes the acquisition of Italy-based Fornovo Gas, strengthening its position in biogas and gas compression. Tourism & Travel: Cyprus tourist arrivals fell 1.7% in June, while the report also shows Italy among key destinations for Cypriot outbound travel.
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