The Italian government is requesting a liquidity advance from major energy firms to extend diesel excise-duty cuts. Eni is the primary target for this proposal.
Eni must make an advance payment to tax authorities by November 30. The payment equals 39% of taxes due on 2025 dividends. This mandate targets corporate groups with annual revenue exceeding €20 billion.
The government will convert this advance into a tax credit of equal value. Eni will recover the funds through future tax payments.
This mechanism provides immediate state liquidity without increasing public debt or implementing a new windfall tax. The development follows a decline in Eni's stock price amid political debates over excess profits.