22-April-2026
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Italy to Confirm 2026 Deficit Around 2.8% of GDP Despite Weaker Growth
22-Apr-2026

Italy aims to bring its budget deficit below the European Union's 3% of GDP ceiling this year despite a weakening growth outlook due surging energy costs and Middle East turmoil, sources close to the matter said. The government is set to publish its multi-year budget framework (DFP) on Wednesday, containing new forecasts for gross domestic product and public finances.

News Source:- https://money.usnews.com/investing/news/articles/2026-04-21/italy-to-confirm-2026-deficit-around-2-8-of-gdp-despite-weaker-growth