Between 2011 and 2022, the ratio of the non-observed economy to gross domestic product (GDP) in Italy decreased. According to data, the value of the economy generated by both the shadow economy (under-declaration, illicit work, etc.) and illegal activities added up to 10.1 percent of gross domestic product in 2022.
Non-observed economy in Italy from 2011 to 2022
(as a share of GDP)
Non-observed economy refers to all productive activities that may not be captured in compiling national accounts. It includes both the shadow economy (under-declaration, illicit work, etc.) and illegal activities.
Figures have been taken from several publications.
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Istat. (October 18, 2024). Non-observed economy in Italy from 2011 to 2022 (as a share of GDP) [Graph]. In Statista. Retrieved May 14, 2025, from https://www.statista.com/statistics/629479/non-observed-economys-impact-on-gdp-italy/
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Istat. "Non-observed Economy in Italy from 2011 to 2022 (as a Share of Gdp)." Statista, Statista Inc., 18 Oct 2024, https://www.statista.com/statistics/629479/non-observed-economys-impact-on-gdp-italy/
Istat, Non-observed economy in Italy from 2011 to 2022 (as a share of GDP) Statista, https://www.statista.com/statistics/629479/non-observed-economys-impact-on-gdp-italy/ (last visited May 14, 2025)
Non-observed economy in Italy from 2011 to 2022 (as a share of GDP) [Graph], Istat, October 18, 2024. [Online]. Available: https://www.statista.com/statistics/629479/non-observed-economys-impact-on-gdp-italy/
