Business in Italy: 5 things to Export
Italy exports many things to the EU as well as other parts of the world, but it is renowned for several products in particular, such as fashion and motor vehicles. If you are starting a business in Italy or are planning on doing so, here are 5 of the most popular exports out of the country, that have proved very lucrative to the economy.
1. Motor vehicles
Italy is famous for some of the world's most famous sports cars such as Ferrari and Lamborghini, but it is also behind much more commonly used vehicles, such as Fiat. Fiat is Italy’s largest car maker and the sixth largest in 
the world, employing over 190,000 people all over the world.
2. Cheese
Never underestimate the appeal of a good cheese. With famous types such as Parmigiano Reggiano, Asiago and Ricotta, Italian cheeses are popular all over the world and exported in their thousands.
3. Fashion
With fashion houses such as Versace, Gucci and Armani based in Italy, the likes of Milan and Rome are the heart of Europe's fashion world. Many styles and types of clothing have their origins in Italy and the country is responsible for many of the latest fashions that hit stores the world over.
4. Agricultural products
Italy has a strong agricultural industry and the rolling countrysides are populated with a number of olive groves and vine yards. As such, food stuffs like grapes and olives as well as other fruit and vegetables are a crucial part of the economy.
5. Wine
With grapes comes wine, so like France, Italy is a large producer of wine. Popular all over the world, Italian wine is arguably some of the finest in the world.
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