Nicola Rossi

Nicola Rossi is a full professor of Political Economy at the University of Rome Tor Vergata, with academic roots in Law from La Sapienza University of Rome and Economics from the London School of Economics. His career spans institutional roles at the Bank of Italy, International Monetary Fund, and political positions as Economic Advisor to Prime Minister (1998–2000) and Treasury Ministry (2000–2001). He served as a Member of Parliament and Senator of the Republic, and currently holds leadership positions at the Bruno Leoni Institute, including Board of Directors and Minghetti Observatory development.

• 2018–2025: Bruno Leoni Institute Board member
• 2021: Published essay 'A Miracle Does Not Make a Saint' on creative destruction in Italian society

Rossi’s research synthesizes political economy, public finance, and institutional analysis, critiquing EU fiscal frameworks, Italian regional policies, and market interventionism. His recent articles analyze Draghi’s economic agenda, Unicredit-BPM merger debates, and southern Italy revitalization. Themes include autonomy vs. centralization, venture capital ecosystems, and education reform.

Current policy engagement spans taxation fairness, GDP growth challenges, and Italian public debt (€3.069 trillion as of August 2025). His work emphasizes market-driven solutions, fiscal discipline, and cultural shifts toward entrepreneurial values.