Draghi and Italy future depends on Berlusconi, outlook for European sovereign borrowing

Wednesday 5 January 2022 – Vol.1 Ed.1.1
Commentary: Draghi and Italy future depends on Berlusconi
By Antonio Armellini in Rome
Veteran populist Silvio Berlusconi appears a credible candidate as Italy’s next president. He faces possible conviction in impending trials over various alleged misdemeanours. This juxtaposition underlines the quirky nature of Italian politics. And it explains why financial markets and policy-makers are on tenterhooks awaiting Berlusconi’s decisions on the political future of Prime Minister Mario Draghi.
Read the full commentary on the website.
Meeting: Outlook for European sovereign borrowing 2022

Thursday 20 January 08:15-12:00 GMT
This high-level, half-day event will explore the outlook for European sovereign borrowing for 2022 and promote idea-sharing and best practice in the industry. Topics will cover the immediate challenges of the Covid-19 recovery, prospects for a ‘return to normality’ and the future development of the markets.
Register to attend here.