Italy economy minister says Fitch downgrade does not take account of EU, ECB decisions

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Fitch cut Italy’s credit rating to ‘BBB-‘ on Tuesday, saying the downgrade reflects the significant impact of the coronavirus pandemic on the country’s economy.

In a statement Roberto Gualtieri said the government was fully aware of the need to reform the economy and bring down debt, adding the country’s economic fundamentals were solid.