The awarded companies stood out for their ability to innovate, grow, and contribute to the development and integration of geographically dispersed supply chains, not only as exporters but also as strategic nodes in value chains, key players in nearshoring and...
An event in collaboration with Deloitte and Intesa Sanpaolo Innovation Center highlighted scenarios, strategies, and testimonials for the competitive transformation of businesses. Graffino (Dihp): "We listen to the demand for innovation, aiming for increasingly higher standards."
The Trieste-based Generali group presents the fifth edition of the initiative, recognizing 11 "Sustainability Heroes", selected from over 8.500 small and medium-sized enterprises at European level, for their leadership in sustainable and resilient business models.
The great uncertainty surrounding the Middle East situation is pushing stock markets cautiously, while oil and the dollar are rising again, and government bonds are falling. European stock markets opened little changed. At Piazza Affari…
The project supports Italian SMEs: approximately 1.400 target companies, mostly SMEs. Over 150 companies have submitted funding requests, for a total value of over €100 million.
According to Unioncamere, Italian SMEs have tripled their adoption of AI (from 6 to 18% in four years) and are strengthening cybersecurity, but without integrating the technology into their processes, AI can represent both an opportunity and a risk for digital security.
The sixth edition of Intesa Sanpaolo's program for small and medium-sized Italian businesses committed to innovation, sustainability, and exports is underway. Selected companies will receive support and partnerships to strengthen their growth and competitiveness.
According to the first Consob-Cetif/Catholic University Report, between 2023 and mid-2025, 62 SMEs entered the stock market, while 86 left. The stock market, despite being an accelerator of growth and innovation, often remains an opportunity difficult to exploit.
CDP and Intesa Sanpaolo: new €1 billion agreement to support access to credit and market expansion for micro, small, and medium-sized businesses, while also supporting the real economy and development of the communities in which they operate.
Axpo Italia launches "Understanding Energy – The Guide for SMEs," a free manual to help businesses navigate the energy market, understand costs and consumption, evaluate efficiency solutions, and seize the opportunities of the ecological transition in a…
Mare Group acquires 55% of Workgroup and accelerates the digital transformation of SMEs with new software platforms, industrial synergies, and SaaS growth.
Since 2018, the partnership between Intesa Sanpaolo and Elite has created 25 Lounge classes, involving over 500 companies for a total turnover of over 34 billion euros and 99 thousand employees.
Over the past five years, approximately 152 companies have changed hands in Italy, mostly microenterprises. With 15 million Italians owning shares worth over €1.600 trillion, research by Verum Partners and Startex AI reveals a market…
In the first nine months of 2025, over €2 billion has already been disbursed to small and medium-sized enterprises for corporate finance transactions. Intesa Sanpaolo remains the go-to bank for over 60% of businesses.
The "Future Leaders Italia" fund, managed by Generali Asset Management, will invest in listed Italian SMEs with the aim of encouraging their growth and contributing to the strengthening of the national stock market.
The new ICSC-IFAB-ASTRID report highlights the need for a clear industrial strategy, more public-private cooperation and a major skills plan to bridge the technological gap.
In the sixth edition of the conference, organized by Virgilio IR and My Twin Communication, over 1,47 billion euros of capitalization were represented, 700 one-to-one meetings, 107 investors, 80 companies and over 150 interviews with financial media.
The new Intesa Sanpaolo Elite Lounge will accompany a select group of ambitious companies from Central and Eastern Europe on a structured growth path in partnership with Elite
The number of companies investing in digital communications is expected to grow by 15% by 2025. Italiaonline captures an increasingly connected country, where even small businesses are discovering the power of AI and e-commerce.
In San Francisco, 12 SMEs were selected as part of Imprese Vincenti, the Banca dei Territori Division's program that has accelerated the growth of over 2019 companies since 650. Since 2020, the group has provided €11 billion...
The merger of Cata Informatica and Macro Group creates Catamacro, a systems integrator with 80 professionals and 900 clients. Its mission is to guide Italian SMEs through digital transformation, from AI to cybersecurity.
Intesa Sanpaolo gives voice to the best Italian SMEs with the sixth edition of "Imprese Vincenti", the program dedicated to the entrepreneurial excellence of our country.
With the signing of the Agreement between Cassa Depositi e Prestiti and the Italian Association for Factoring, banks and financial intermediaries will be able to access the new provision to acquire business credits
Between funding, deductions and tax credits, the Italian Parliament is trying to define the support for small and medium-sized businesses that can fill the country's innovation gap and generate employment
Italian medium-sized companies surpass France, Germany and Spain in productivity and innovation. The XXIV Mediobanca-Unioncamere Report reveals numbers, prospects and critical issues: exports are recovering, but taxes, skills and ecological transition weigh heavily
Eurmoda produces metal accessories for leather goods. In 2024 it recorded approximately 60 million euros in revenues and approximately 10 million in Ebitda, with a margin of 18%
Entrepreneurs are growing in Italy: in 25 years +16%, with a strong female presence. The country leads Europe in terms of entrepreneurship rate and weight of SMEs, but it lags behind in terms of innovation and ease of doing business
In 2024, Italy-Türkiye trade reached 32 billion, driven by exports. Mechanics, fashion and chemicals among the key sectors. Sace supports 1.500 companies for 25 billion
The board of directors of Cassa Depositi e Prestiti has approved new operations worth 2,4 billion to strengthen Italian infrastructure, support exports and encourage the growth of SMEs, with an eye on international cooperation and sustainability
Italian companies are preparing to face the introduction of duties wanted by Trump. The drop in exports is worrying, but the diversification of markets offers a shield. The survey by Unioncamere
Intesa Sanpaolo continues its mission to support Italian SMEs, opening new business horizons in the United Arab Emirates. The first international mission of 2025 of the Banca dei Territori took place in Dubai, with the aim of strengthening the presence…
The Council of Ministers has extended the deadline for catastrophe insurance: medium-sized businesses until 1 October 2025, small and micro businesses until 1 January 2026. Large businesses must meet today's deadline, but without penalties for 90 days
Despite a small improvement, businesses continue to struggle with gaps in awareness and adoption of adequate security measures, according to a report by Confindustria and Generali
Generali hosted the final event of the fourth edition of Sme EnterPRIZE. Also presented was the SDA Bocconi White Paper on ESG progress and challenges of SMEs
The joint Intesa Sanpaolo-Confindustria program allocates 200 billion until 2028, of which 40 billion to SMEs in Southern Italy, to support production development and the opportunities of Transition 5.0 and AI
In a context of economic contraction, foreign-led businesses in Italy are growing strongly. With over 670 businesses that have been in business for over ten years, the commercial and artisan sectors emerge as the main drivers of resilience. Data from Unioncamere-InfoCamere
Cassa Depositi e Prestiti and the Spanish Official Credit Institute sign an agreement to support social housing and SMEs in Italy and Spain. The agreement strengthens cooperation on European programs and strategic investments
The catering and hospitality equipment sector records double-digit growth in 2024, but global uncertainties threaten 2025. Efcem Italia president Andrea Rossi speaks about innovation, duties and sustainability
A series of meetings that in the next few days will touch other cities, such as Verona, Lodi, Bergamo and Modena. Castagna (CEO): "It is our intention to continue to be close to companies and entrepreneurs"
Applications are now open for the award, created in collaboration with the Marisa Bellisario Foundation, dedicated to SMEs that promote gender equality, diversity and innovation. This year, Intesa is supporting female entrepreneurship with 1 billion euros
The initiative, which will involve some of the main Italian entrepreneurial families, aims to make 10-12 investments in the next 4-5 years, with tickets between 30 and 80 million euros per operation.
Tim Energia is born: the electricity offer for SMEs and professionals created in collaboration with Axpo Italia. Companies can choose between two options and obtain an annual discount of 50 euros on their bill
The institute has joined the solidarity initiative "Social Fund - Let's support social issues" developed in collaboration with Promozioniservizi, Crif group, and Moleskine Foundation
Reached 1,2 billion euros in 2024. However, in adopting AI solutions, Italian companies are lagging behind the European average. The market is mainly driven by generative AI, with tools such as ChatGPT and Copilot, which are transforming the world of…
Interview with Edi Snaidero on the future of a sector, wood-furniture, which suffered a heavy setback in 2024: "A worrying trend because it involves over 20 thousand SMEs. US duties? High-end furniture will be less affected"
Intesa Sanpaolo opens 2025 with a webinar for 800 Italian SMEs interested in the US market. Between record exports, internationalization strategies and collaborations with institutional partners, the Group confirms its commitment to Made in Italy
Household appliances: having overcome the difficulties of Asian competition, the company led by Franco Polti in 1978, known primarily for the Vaporella, is returning to invest and produce in Italy. The recipe? Francesca, daughter of the historic founder, tells it
The document, drawn up by the Sustainable Finance Table with the Ministry of Economy and Finance and various bodies (including Bankitalia), aims to provide a real “instruction manual” to SMEs to better position themselves in the sustainability panorama and improve…
Sace and African Development Bank sign an agreement to promote investments in Africa. Focus on key sectors such as energy, agriculture and infrastructure, as part of the Mattei Plan
The Third Elite Lounge 2024, promoted by Intesa Sanpaolo and Euronext, is starting to support 20 Italian SMEs with training on innovation, governance and internationalization. A path that accelerates strategic development and access to capital markets
The agreement between Cassa and Mediocredito Centrale has been activated: 4,3 billion in new financing for 50 thousand small and medium-sized Italian businesses, thanks to the support of InvestEu and the European Investment Fund
Intesa Sanpaolo is accompanying Italian startups on their growth path with Up2Stars, a program that combines innovation, networking and development opportunities to help companies make the leap in quality. Anna Roscio explains its value…
Competitiveness of European companies and public administrations: the event "The Cloud put to the test by Regulation" highlighted the need to balance regulation and innovation, especially for the ICT sector. Cloud computing as a pillar of digital transformation: here's why
The second stage of the Intesa Sanpaolo 2024 Women Value Company Award took place in Milan, an initiative promoted by the Marisa Bellisario Foundation and Intesa Sanpaolo to support female entrepreneurship
Italiaonline's annual research highlights the increase in investments by SMEs in social media, but many do not obtain the right returns. Italiaonline offers a personalized strategy for the creation of social content, in collaboration with the client
In this fifth edition, an event dedicated to the best Eastern European companies, recognized for their ability to innovate and grow, has been introduced for the first time.
The Irish market will grow at a compound annual rate of 5,4% until 2028, reaching 66,6 billion. The greatest opportunities come from those market niches that value know-how and customized solutions
At the conference "Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity", organized by Unioncamere and LEX, various experts explored how AI can transform the security of Italian SMEs, improving their ability to defend themselves from cyber threats. Focus on awareness and training and the importance of…
The commitment to international cooperation and development finance is strengthened, also through synergy with other foreign institutional actors. Among the entities receiving the resources are companies that invest in technological innovation and in the health of…
The third edition of Intesa Sanpaolo's "Italian Excellences, Mid Corporate Conference" ended in Paris, an event dedicated to promoting small and medium-sized Italian companies to international investors
Intesa Sanpaolo's new program, "Your future is our business", supports SMEs, micro-businesses, the third sector and agri-food and tourism supply chains, with a focus on Transition 5.0, energy, international growth, digital development and cybersecurity. The initiative was presented…
Among the winning start-ups are one of the largest communities active in information and economic-financial education for young people, a project that aims to resolve the blood shortage in Italy and a company that is developing a patented technology to combat acidification navy…
The billion will be used for loans to Italian SMEs and Mid-Caps, up to 25 million per project and with a duration of up to 18 years. The funds will cover investments, expenditure on assets and working capital
The resources will be activated by an EIB loan to Simest of 46 million euros. The agreement aims to promote two strategic priorities, such as the green economy and innovation
A strategic partnership has been signed to accelerate the development of fiber optic connections in industrial and artisanal areas, facilitating the digitalisation of companies
With an equal joint venture, the two companies will launch a cyber insurance product that will guarantee coverage against cyber risks, providing resources of 3 million
The agreement offers Italian SMEs free access to PwC's "Tenders and Incentives" platform, making it easier to obtain tax breaks, including tax credits for the single SEZ, and financing provided for by the Pnrr
According to Generali Italia's SME Welfare Index 2024, Italian SMEs are increasingly adopting welfare programs, focusing on work-life balance (56,4%) and other benefits such as health, assistance and social security. The report also recognized 142 SMEs as…
The money needed by SMEs to approach sustainable policies this time comes from three institutional entities. Italian SMEs have a turnover of one thousand billion a year
The new edition of the Intesa program which enhances Italian SMEs started today from Milan. 150 success stories, focus on digital, ESG, transition 5.0 and Pnrr. Growth and visibility opportunities for Made in Italy companies
A study by Scouting Capital Advisors confirms the predominantly family nature of the Italian SME, highlighting the need to manage the generational transition and to adopt market solutions such as mergers and acquisitions, stock market listings or internal reorganisations, to enhance…
With a public guarantee, the program facilitates access to the capital market, reducing time and costs. The first issues financed projects in strategic sectors, promoting the competitiveness of Italian companies
Google launches "AI for Made in Italy", a project to help Italian SMEs integrate new technology into their businesses. Strategy vision, personalized consultancy and free training courses to exploit all the opportunities offered by AI. Until…
Banco Bpm, agreement with Simest to support companies in their investments in internationalization and digital and sustainable innovation. Six lines of financing for a maximum duration of 6 years
Despite the challenges and uncertainties, SMEs appear ready to invest and grow, focusing on strategic sectors such as technology and personnel training. This is what emerges from Grant Thornton's latest International Business Report
The best three innovative projects with a significant and measurable impact, which promote the green transition in the "Sustainable and Renewable Energy", "Blue Economy", "Smart Manufacturing", "Agritech" and "Sustainable Lifestyle" sectors will be awarded.
Loans to businesses will be activated for a total of 300 million euros aimed at supporting investments in innovation to support the growth and development of Italian SMEs. The agreement falls within the scope of the "National Transition Plan 4.0"
The new initiative aims to highlight the many realities that, although smaller in size, have been able to adopt a path aimed at improving their sustainability profile
New growth opportunities for Italian SMEs in the 12 countries served by the group's commercial banks in Central and South-Eastern Europe and North Africa
After the 8 billion in 2022 and the 10 in 2023, the banking institution is making available another 10 billion in additional credit "to support business growth", with a focus on micro businesses, SMEs and the third sector
In 2023 the AI market, dominated by large companies, reached a value of 760 million euros. All Italians know about AI but almost three out of four people are afraid of it. In the next ten years, with the demographic gap…
From Suez to Panama, from Babel Mandeb to the Strait of Malacca, at least seven straits are blocked: the maritime routes of the global logistics of semi-finished products, raw materials and finished products have been disrupted in full chaos
To obtain access, in the last two financial years the companies must have produced at least 70% of their turnover towards the client subjected to the procedures. A non-repayable contribution may also be requested to reduce the interest rate.…
The report and the numbers of the new trend: over 2018 million euros invested between 2022 and 45. This is a support category now recognized as a key element for attracting capital to support growth…
Among the 622 Fintech startups, 109 are focused on insurtech. A stable number that shows the maturity of the market. However, investments have fallen by 81% even though a third of the startups are profitable. Research data from the Fintech Observatory…
The event organized with AIFI and Borsa Italiana - Euronext Group aims to make companies aware of the growth opportunities offered by extraordinary finance
The 10 European SMEs "most attentive" to sustainability were selected from over 7 thousand candidates - Among the winners there is also the Italian Planetek Italia which manufactures equipment for the space and defense sector
The resources will be used to promote the competitiveness and investments of around 50 thousand companies, with particular attention to the education, training and culture sectors
