Distribuzione e Revenue

📊 Osservatorio Immagino di GS1 Italy reports a 4.5% decrease in volume but a 7.4% increase in value for products labeled as Italian in supermarkets, totaling over €11.3 billion. Products with Italian claims, geographical indications, or the national flag, accounting for 27.7% of references analyzed, grew by 28.3% in business volume. The DOP label saw a 9.1% growth, reaching €716 million in sales. Regional products in supermarkets saw a 5.2% increase in value, surpassing €3 billion, despite a 3.7% drop in volume, with Molise, Puglia, Sardinia, Valle d’Aosta, and Basilicata having double-digit growth. Trentino-Alto Adige leads in sales with over €406 million.

💸 Istat data from September shows a slight decline in the general inflation index to +0.7% year-on-year, while the shopping basket marks a contained increase of +1.1% on a trend basis. Federdistribuzione emphasizes the need for structural interventions in the upcoming Budget Law to support family incomes and business growth prospects, amid weak consumption and uncertain economic outlook. The organization advocates for measures to strengthen purchasing power and stimulate investments for sustainable economic development and improved quality of life.

🍕 Eataly Milano Smeraldo celebrates its 10th anniversary with a special event featuring master pizzaiolo Diego Vitagliano on Sunday, October 6th. Renowned for his contemporary Neapolitan pizza, Vitagliano, ranked #1 on 50 Top Pizza Italy 2024 and #2 on 50 Top Pizza World 2024, will offer a special menu at the Food&Pizza Theatre. Booking can be made at www.eataly.it/milano.

🍕 Founded in 2021 in Naples by Antonino Restino and Mauro Magno, Magno AZ Food has reached a turnover of 1.5 million Euros after just over three years. With 23 product lines and over 1,000 clients, the company has expanded internationally in countries like France, Germany, Spain, Netherlands, Belgium, Greece, Luxembourg, UK, and Canada. Their products, including Cantabrian anchovies and Piennolo del Vesuvio DOP tomatoes, have been recognized with “3 Great Taste stars” by the UK’s The Guild of Fine Food.

☕ In 2023, Italy maintained its position as the top coffee roasting country in the European Union, producing 25% of the EU's roasted coffee. The EU imported 2.7 million tonnes of coffee worth €10.6 billion, with Brazil (34%) and Vietnam (24%) being the top suppliers. Germany was the biggest coffee importer at 911,000 tonnes, while Italy imported 624,600 tonnes. The EU's coffee production reached €13 billion in value, with Italy leading in both quantity and quality.

📋 Property managers in Italy leverage accurate square meter calculations to maximize rental investments. Accurate measurement is vital for establishing rental prices and negotiating sales, as well as planning renovations and informed space utilization. Missteps can lead to financial losses. Tools like tape measures, laser distance meters, digital measuring wheels, and planimetry apps ensure precision. Calculating square meters involves multiplying length by width for rectangular rooms, and using formulas for irregular shapes. Precise measurements assist in determining market value, planning renovations, and acquiring permits, ultimately enhancing property appeal and market value.

🏠 Space Hotels celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2024 with a revenue growth of 22.5% between January and August. Popular destinations included Rome, Milan, and Turin. The group saw increased demand from high-spending tourist groups and business travelers, with stable performance in the MICE sector. Voice channel revenue notably increased. New strategies will be presented at TTG Travel Experience in Rimini, October 9-11.

📈 Alberto Gnoli of Hospitality Marketing credits the success of the Italy Family Hotels' positive summer to targeting and flexibly meeting specific family demands. A survey by Area 38 showed an average occupancy of 82.1% for June – August, peaking at 92% in July and 93.3% in August for seaside hotels, and 77.2% and 86.9% for mountain hotels. 54% of hoteliers noted a preference for all-inclusive packages, while 41% saw a demand for services catering to children aged 0-2 years during summer 2024.

🏖 Nearly 70 million tourism workers lost jobs during the pandemic, with women and youth hit hardest. By 2022, the sector employed 42 million women (-13% from 2019's 48.4 million) and over 16 million youth (-15% from 19 million in 2019). In 2023, the travel and tourism sector's contribution to GDP increased by 29.1% over pre-Covid levels, exceeding the global average by 4.1%. Yet, women and youth are more likely to be in informal, part-time, or low-wage roles, lacking security or growth potential.

🌍 YouGov research shows 73% of Italians search online for vacation planning, especially those aged 45-54. Younger Italians, aged 25-34, favor social networks for influencer and creator content. 22% book over 3 months in advance; likewise, 11 million use travel agencies, seeking shareable experiences and responsible companies. Most Italians eye Central Southern Europe for holidays, with Italy retaining appeal. Over 55s prefer travel agencies for booking vacations.