1-8 March: women make a career, but do not reach the top of power
The "Find the intruder" dossier created by the Openpolis civic observatory analyzed the presence of women in institutions, politics and finance - Compared to the past, the number of women in power has increased, but seats are hot, those who matter most are still (almost) unattainable. Read the full article.
2- VAT: increase hypothesis to reduce the tax wedge
The idea is to adjust the intermediate VAT rate from 10 to 13 per cent and use at least part of the additional revenue (about 7 billion a year) to bring down the difference between gross and net payroll - The measure would be appreciated a lot in Brussels, but there is no shortage of problems, starting with the electoral one. Read the full article.
3- Volkswagen closes FCA: "No to merger"
The number one of the German group responds bluntly to the statements of Sergio Marchionne, who said he expected an approach attempt by the Wolfsburg house in view of a possible merger. Read the full article.
4- Generali and Mediaset support Piazza Affari
With an increase of 0,14% the Milan Stock Exchange defends itself and closes in positive territory – Together with Generali and Mediaset, which exceed a rise of 2%, Unipol and Stm shine – Sales for Italgas, Telecom Italia, Eni and Campari. Read the full article.
5-State, signed the decree: here is the money for the contracts, the latest news
The Minister of Public Administration Marianna Madia has finally announced the signing of the decree that releases the money necessary for the long-awaited renewal of public employment contracts, for recruitment and for the reorganization of the Public Administration. Read the full article.
