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- Overall, we rate Il Sole 24 Ore as Center-Right Biased due to its frequent support for free-market policies, pro-business initiatives, and fiscal conservatism. We also rate it as Mostly Factual in reporting due to its reliance on one-sided perspectives influenced by its ownership by Confindustria.
Detailed Report
Bias Rating: RIGHT-CENTER (2.7)
Factual Reporting: MOSTLY FACTUAL (2.1)
Country: Italy
MBFC’s Country Freedom Rating: MOSTLY FREE
Media Type: Newspaper
Traffic/Popularity: High Traffic
MBFC Credibility Rating: HIGH CREDIBILITY
History
Il Sole 24 ORE is a financial newspaper based in Milan. It was first published in 1865 as Il Sole and merged with 24 Ore in 1946 following the reopening of the Milan Fair. 24 Ore was inspired by liberalism and skepticism towards state interventionism, driven by figures like Piero Colombi and economists Libero Lenti, Roberto Tremelloni, Federico Maria Pacces, and Eugenio Scalfari. Over time, both publications aligned in their advocacy for economic liberalization. Their mission is to provide in-depth, reliable, and balanced information on economic, financial, professional, and cultural issues.
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Funded by / Ownership
Il Sole 24 Ore is owned by Il Sole 24 ORE S.p.A. The largest shareholder is Confindustria (the entrepreneurs’ union), representing Italy’s employers’ federation. Revenue is generated through subscriptions, advertising, and business-to-business services.
Analysis / Bias
Il Sole 24 Ore is known for its in-depth economic reporting and comprehensive national and international affairs coverage. The publication’s editorial stance leans center-right, often advocating for free-market policies and fiscal conservatism. This is evident in articles like “Contraddizioni, il male oscuro che affligge i conservatori” (Contradictions, the Dark Plague Afflicting Conservatives), which critiques modern conservatism’s lack of ideological depth while suggesting ways to strengthen its foundation.
Similarly, “Dei delitti (fiscali) e dei condoni, (On Tax Crimes and Amnesties) highlights the importance of fiscal responsibility and compliance, which aligns with a fiscally conservative viewpoint. While the critique of tax amnesties might resonate with left-leaning concerns about inequality and fairness, the emphasis on upholding the rule of law and maintaining a functioning tax system aligns with fiscally conservative principles.
The publication tends to support pro-business initiatives, often framing issues such as labor flexibility and taxation from an employer-centric perspective. Headlines such as “Generazione Z e lavoro: flessibilità, formazione continua e nuovi modelli aziendali” and “Stipendi più equi e intelligenza artificiale le priorità nelle imprese” highlight corporate-driven solutions to labor challenges, reflecting a business-centric perspective.
While external hyperlinks and references are difficult to verify due to paywall restrictions, Il Sole 24 Ore claims to base its analysis on credible sources, including official data and industry expertise. However, its ownership by Confindustria (the entrepreneurs’ union), Italy’s employers’ federation, raises occasional questions about potential industrial influence.
Failed Fact Checks
- None in the Last 5 years
Overall, we rate Il Sole 24 Ore as Center-Right Biased due to its frequent support for free-market policies, pro-business initiatives, and fiscal conservatism. We also rate it as Mostly Factual in reporting due to its reliance on one-sided perspectives influenced by its ownership by Confindustria. (M. Huitsing 12/25/2024)
Source: https://www.ilsole24ore.com/
Last Updated on December 24, 2024 by Media Bias Fact Check
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