Italian unions face criticism for focusing on services over wage boosts, contributing to economic stagnation.

Italy's unions are criticized for failing to boost wages, contributing to three decades of stagnation. Despite high union membership, strikes are rare and ineffective, often lasting just a day. Unions have shifted focus to services like tax assistance, neglecting wage advocacy. This has led to weak consumer spending and slow economic growth, prompting calls for unions to reassess their roles.

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