Italian finance sector

Malaysia Airlines has put forward the idea of an eco-tax to help fund sustainable aviation fuel, according to Italian travel trade press. The proposal would have airlines or passengers contribute to covering the higher cost of SAF, a key lever for cutting aviation emissions. The topic is drawing attention in Italy's aviation and travel sector amid the ongoing debate over decarbonising air transport.

Italy's deputy prime minister has said that the country's banks, insurers and state-owned lender Cassa Depositi e Prestiti will contribute to financing the government's 2027 budget. The announcement signals that Rome plans to draw on the domestic financial sector to help close funding gaps, a move likely to draw scrutiny over how the burden will be shared among lenders and policyholders.

One Media Capital Fund has been launched to provide financing for audiovisual production in Italy. The fund is intended to back film and television projects in the Italian market. Further details on its backers, size and first investments have not yet been widely reported.