The FTSE MIB edged above 47,400 on Friday, loosely extending a two-day advance as markets tracked hopes of easing Middle East tensions amid a fragile ceasefire. US and Iranian officials are set to meet in Pakistan on Saturday, fueling hopes for progress toward a potential agreement. President Donald Trump expressed confidence in the prospects for a deal, while maintaining pressure on Tehran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu signaled readiness for talks with Lebanon. Across the bourse, early gains were led by luxury names, with Brunello Cucinelli (+5.3%) rising after Q1 revenue growth, underscoring resilience in the sector. Luxury peers also advanced, including Ferrari (+0.9%), Moncler (+1.9%), and Stellantis (+1.5%). Other gainers included Prysmian (+1.5%), STMicroelectronics (+2.8%), and Recordati (+1.1%).
Italy's main stock market index, the IT40, rose to 47554 points on April 10, 2026, gaining 0.48% from the previous session. Over the past month, the index has climbed 6.21% and is up 39.75% compared to the same time last year, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks this benchmark index from Italy. Historically, the Italy Stock Market Index (IT40) reached an all time high of 50108.56 in March of 2000. Italy Stock Market Index (IT40) - data, forecasts, historical chart - was last updated on April 10 of 2026.
Italy's main stock market index, the IT40, rose to 47554 points on April 10, 2026, gaining 0.48% from the previous session. Over the past month, the index has climbed 6.21% and is up 39.75% compared to the same time last year, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks this benchmark index from Italy. The Italy Stock Market Index (IT40) is expected to trade at 44248.89 points by the end of this quarter, according to Trading Economics global macro models and analysts expectations. Looking forward, we estimate it to trade at 40191.01 in 12 months time.