Coronavirus impact on consumption in Italy March 2020, by sector
The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and the resulting lockdown had a strong impact on consumption in Italy. As displayed in the graph, some sectors were hit more than others, while some even experienced growth in term of consumption. Hospitality, air transport, and automotive were the worst hit sectors in the country, losing between 75 and 85 percent in March 2020 compared to March 2019. On the other hand, consumption in the food & drinks sector increased nearly ten percent.