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From an external viewpoint, Italy may be perceived as a thriving G7 nation, home to luxury brands like Lamborghini and Ferraris. Yet, this perception often contrasts sharply with reality. The Italian economy is deeply divided between the prosperous north and the struggling south, with northern regions earning significantly more. Surprisingly, the mafia contributes an estimated 10% to the Italian GDP, with most of this activity concentrated in the south.