Italy's GDP grew by 0.7% in 2024, matching the previous year but falling short of government expectations. Growth was driven by consumption, with household spending up 0.4% and government expenditure up 1.1%. Agriculture and construction saw strong growth, while manufacturing continued to contract. The budget deficit decreased to 3.4% of GDP, but public debt rose to 135.3%. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)