Consumption, intentions to purchase durable goods at year's lows

Italians' purchasing intentions for the next three months decreased by 4.4% in October compared to September 2026, reaching the lowest level in a year, according to Findomestic's monthly observatory. Only 23% of respondents consider it a good time for major purchases. After the summer, 59% of families reported being able to save something, up from 55%.

The economist Alex Papi and Claudio Bardazzi, responsible for the Findomestic Observatory, note that Italians' concerns about inflation, which 65% cite as their top worry, and decreased purchasing power are driving this caution.