Italy Services Sector Grows in September for First Time in More Than Two Years

ROME — Italy's services sector unexpectedly grew in September for the first time in more than two years spurred by new business, a survey showed on Thursday, suggesting the economy is slowly emerging from its longest recession in decades.

OECD urges Italy to keep austerity as Rome balks

ROME (AP) — Italy must continue to bring down its public debt, the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development said Thursday, even as the country's new premier seeks a greater focus on economic growth instead.