Italian Exporters Pivot from US Markets Amid Tariffs, Report Shows

Facing US tariffs, Italian businesses “aren’t standing idle but actively pursuing new global markets beyond the United States,” stated Confartigianato. The trade association reported a 5.3% surge in Italian sales across 25 key international markets during the first four months of 2025, contrasting with a 2% decline in other global markets. The top five destinations for increased Italian exports were the United Arab Emirates (+20.9%), Brazil (+14%), Switzerland (+13.1%), Spain (+10.6%), and Saudi Arabia (+9.6%). Should this trend persist, Confartigianato projects these 25 markets could generate an annual export boost worth €20.4 billion.