ItalyOwnership & classification
Founded: 1976
Ownership
la Repubblica is published by GEDI Gruppo Editoriale. Founded in 1976 by Eugenio Scalfari, it long belonged to the De Benedetti family (CIR), then passed in 2020 to the Agnelli-Elkann family's holding Exor. In March 2026 Exor sold 100% of GEDI to the Greek Antenna Group, owned by the Kyriakou family's K Group, which now controls la Repubblica (the separate title La Stampa was sold to the SAE group).
Funding
Financed commercially through advertising, newsstand sales and digital subscriptions, within the wider GEDI portfolio of radio brands (Radio Deejay, Radio Capital) and digital titles, plus France-style general Italian press support available to dailies.
Affiliation & stance
Centre-left in editorial outlook, historically progressive and pro-European. It is owned by private commercial proprietors (now the Kyriakou family's Antenna Group) with no party or state control of the newsroom, which makes it INDEPENDENT, while the recent change to a foreign media owner is a point to monitor.
Editorial lean
- Our estimate
- Lean Progressive
- Measured from coverage
- Centerbased on 947
70/100
Factual
62/100
Objective
1305
Articles
1281
reports
Factual: How accurately its articles report the facts, judged against primary sources and the cross-outlet consensus. Only articles that cite their sources are counted.
Objective: How neutral the writing is — whether reporting keeps the writer’s own preferences and opinions out of the article.
Recent coverage
The dominance of politics over strategy: the original sin that has been burying Taranto for 70 years
The article discusses the historical impact of political interference on industrial strategy in Taranto, Italy, focusing on the steel industry. It mentions that technical experts at Finsider had identified cold rolling as the economically and environmentally sustainable option, but political decisions overruled this recommendation. The issue resurfaces today with an Italian consortium aiming to save the former Ilva steel plant. The piece highlights the long-term consequences of political control over industrial planning.
Infectious disease specialist Cascio: "There is fear of an outbreak of diphtheria, it is important to find patient zero".
The article titled 'L’infettivologo Cascio: “Si teme un focolaio di difterite, importante trovare il paziente zero”' appears to be a headline related to a potential outbreak of diphtheria and the search for the index case. However, the content provided does not match this headline. Instead, the text describes a shopping guide by the Group Gedi, with recommendations made independently by Consigli.it. The article mentions that Consigli.it receives a commission when purchases are made through links within the text, without affecting the final price.
Zelensky: 'Peace plan with US and EU, includes truce, free zone and withdrawal of troops'
Presidente ucraino Volodymyr Zelensky ha annunciato durante un incontro con i giornalisti che è stato elaborato un piano di pace con gli Stati Uniti e l'UE, che prevede un cessate il fuoco, una zona economica franca e il ritiro delle truppe. Secondo Zelensky, il piano è frutto di colloqui tra Washington, Kiev e Mosca. Lui ha anche indicato che la finestra di opportunità per i negoziati di pace si estende fino alla fine dell'estate 2027, quando avranno luogo le elezioni presidenziali negli Stati Uniti. Zelensky ha espresso opposizione alle elezioni in tempo di guerra, definendole 'uno tsunami' per l'Ucraina. In seguito, droni hanno attaccato la città russa di Orenburg, causando danni ma nessun ferito. In un altro episodio, Zelensky ha reagito alle critiche dell'ex ministro della Difesa Fedorov, sottolineando che i dettagli forniti dall'autorità anticorruzione erano sufficienti per destituire un funzionario e che i capi delle agenzie anticorruzione non lo interrogano.
Burnham's leap forward: so in just one month at Downing Street he has conquered the polls
The article reports that UK Prime Minister Keir Burnham has significantly boosted his Labour Party's popularity within just one month, surpassing populist leaders like Nigel Farage and achieving the highest approval ratings since the time of Boris Johnson. The piece highlights this rapid rise in support but notes that access to the full content is restricted to premium subscribers.
Kimi Antonelli, from the winning streak to the comic strip: becomes Paperelli
The article titled 'Kimi Antonelli, dalla striscia di vittorie a quella di fumetti: diventa Paperelli' features a profile of Kimi Antonelli, highlighting his transition from racing victories to a comic strip persona known as Paperelli. The piece is part of a broader section in La Repubblica, which includes other articles on sports and cultural topics such as Indian youth talent for the 2036 Olympics and Linda Noskova’s environmental activism at Wimbledon. The article itself does not provide detailed content beyond the headline and mentions of other sections.
Inter beat Monza, Napoli beat Genoa 0-2, but it is controversial.
The Italian football league resumed with several matches, including Inter defeating Monza 4-1 at San Siro. Napoli beat Genoa 2-0, but the match was marked by controversy over a disputed goal involving De Bruyne and Vasquez. Genoa's Chief of Football, Diego Lopez, expressed frustration, stating that his team deserved respect and criticizing the referee's decision. Inter coach Antonio Conte defended the decision to start Lautaro Martinez despite limited training time, emphasizing that the player does not need additional support.
Barcelona, 21-year-old man wakes up in a coma after being punched: He shook his mother's hand
A 21-year-old man remains in a coma after being attacked outside a bar during the night of August 12-13, 2026. The incident occurred in Barcelona, and while the victim has opened his eyes, he is still under sedation. The article notes that the attack took place outside a local establishment, but does not provide further details about the perpetrator or the circumstances of the assault. The piece is presented by 'la Repubblica', an Italian news outlet, and includes a call to subscribe for more content.
Less Mps in Generali: the Lovaglio plan changes the future of Trieste
The article discusses potential changes in the future of Trieste related to the 'Lovaglio' plan by Generali, focusing on the reduction of Mps (possibly referring to shares or financial instruments). It mentions that if the plan succeeds, there could be further adjustments to the package held by the 'Leone' entity. The article appears to be part of a broader financial or economic discussion, including market data such as the FTSE MIB index, EUR/USD exchange rate, and spread information.
The whistles in Taranto a bell, Meloni fears the encore in Amatrice
The article mentions Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni expressing concern about potential re-election challenges similar to those faced by the government in Amatrice after the 2016 earthquake. The headline references 'fischi' (whistles), possibly indicating criticism or disapproval towards Meloni during an event related to the Mediterranean Games opening. However, the content provided is limited to a brief snippet and does not include detailed information about the specific incident or broader implications.
Mother kills three children, America is divided: She's a victim too
A mother named Lindsay Clancy is facing potential life imprisonment after being accused of killing her three children. Her defense is arguing that she suffered from postpartum psychosis and is seeking a mental health evaluation. Supporters have gathered in pink clothing to show solidarity. The case has sparked debate in America, with some viewing her as a victim of mental illness rather than a criminal.
Scholz: 'What an emotion the Pope is in Rimini, a historic visit marked by dialogue'
The article features an interview with Bernhard Scholz, president of the Meeting Foundation, discussing his views on the Pope's historic visit to Rimini. Scholz emphasizes the importance of dialogue and understanding complex issues rather than seeking polarization. The interview highlights the foundation's commitment to fostering open discussions on various topics, avoiding simplistic portrayals of complex situations. The piece focuses on the significance of the Pope's visit and its potential impact on promoting interfaith and societal dialogue.
Alarms at Chigi Palace: If FI and Lega are below 15% premium impossible
The article discusses concerns within Palazzo Chigi regarding the potential electoral outcome if the Fratelli d'Italia (FdI) and the League fall below 15% in the upcoming election, making a coalition agreement difficult. The leader of FdI, Giorgia Meloni, remains committed to pushing forward with a new electoral law. As a contingency plan, she is considering forming alliances after the vote with figures such as Vannacci or Calenda.
Overcome the excesses woke, the social issue must be put first
In an op-ed, former Italian Prime Minister Matteo Renzi argues that while social rights should not be compromised, Italy needs to prioritize addressing the struggles of the middle class, which is being crushed by rising living costs. He criticizes what he calls excessive 'woke' trends, suggesting they have overshadowed more pressing social issues. Renzi emphasizes the need for policies focused on economic stability and support for ordinary citizens rather than ideological debates.