Macro · Macro Rapid Response Italy: confidence on the rise in August, driven by construction and services
中文标题
宏观 · 宏观快速响应 意大利：8月信心上升，受建筑业和服务业推动
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Italian business and consumer confidence rose in August 2026, led by construction and services, although household spending remains cautious. GDP growth may continue in Q3 but at a slower pace, with 2026 growth forecast at 0.8-0.9%.
- Institution
- Intesa Sanpaolo
- Published
- 08/28/2026
- Research topic
- Not explicitly stated
- Time horizon
- Not explicitly stated
Key arguments
- The IESI composite business confidence index rose for the second month to 96.9, driven by construction and services.
- Construction confidence jumped to 102.9, benefiting from National Recovery Plan works.
- Services confidence rose to 99.5, supported by strong summer tourism.
- Manufacturing sentiment improved only slightly, with orders deteriorating.
- Household confidence improved modestly to 94.5, but spending caution persists.
- Inflation expectations slowed, with expected inflation at 36.6.
- GDP growth is expected to slow to 0.1% q/q in Q3, with 2026 growth at 0.8-0.9%.
Key numbers
- IESI index
- 96.9
- Construction confidence
- 102.9
- Services confidence
- 99.5
- Manufacturing sentiment
- 89.9
- Household confidence
- 94.5
- Expected inflation
- 36.6
- 2026 GDP growth forecast
- 0.8-0.9%
- Q3 GDP growth estimate
- 0.1% q/q
Main risks
- Weaker-than-expected consumer spending could weigh on growth.
- Manufacturing order deterioration suggests potential slowdown.
- Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East could disrupt supply chains.
- The war in Iran aftermath may affect forecasts.
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