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Investor confidence and political stability
In recent months, Italy has seen an increase in investor confidence, a phenomenon that can be attributed to the political stability established by Giorgia Meloni’s government. According to an editorial in Bloomberg, the premier has been able to win the confidence of the financial markets, highlighted by the reduction in the spread between Italian and German government bonds. This improvement is significant, considering that the spread reached a three-year low of 106 basis points in December, compared to 258 basis points recorded after Meloni’s election victory in September 2022
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Comparison with European economies
The European context plays a crucial role in this dynamic. While France and Germany face political and economic crises, Italy stands out for its superior economic growth. Meloni, at the head of a stable coalition, has been able to maintain a robust banking industry, capable of competing internationally. This scenario has allowed Italy to emerge as a beacon of stability in a troubled continent, attracting the positive attention of
investors.
The tax challenges and the promises kept
Despite the positive signs, the Meloni government is facing significant challenges. The need to keep fiscal promises is crucial to avoid running into the same problems that France has faced, where the loss of investor confidence has had serious repercussions. Meloni has already faced pressure from coalition partners to fulfill the expensive promises made to voters, while trying to keep the deficit below 3% of gross domestic product by next year. Current projections indicate modest economic growth, estimated at around 0.7% for this year, a figure lower than
initial expectations.
The future of the Italian economy
The future of Italy under Meloni’s leadership is uncertain. Although the government has shown signs of resilience, the European economic situation could negatively affect Italian stability. Meloni is aware that any sign of instability could quickly compromise the progress made so far. His ambition to complete an entire term will depend largely on his ability to manage relationships with coalition partners and to maintain investor confidence. In this context, the focus will be on upcoming fiscal decisions and strategies to ensure sustainable growth in the long term.
