The prevalence of overweight in Italy has steadily risen from 57.2 in 2013 to 60.8 in 2023. Given this upward trend, the data indicates that in 2023, 60.8% of the adult population in Italy is overweight. Over the last two years, the year-on-year growth rate has been consistent at 0.5% per year. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the last five years is 0.53%, showing a slight deceleration compared to earlier periods. For the coming years, predicted data suggest that the prevalence will continue to rise, reaching 62.3 by 2028, with a forecasted 5-year CAGR of 0.39%.

Future trends to watch for:

Policies and interventions targeted towards obesity and overweight prevention.
Impact of lifestyle changes, dietary habits, and physical activity levels on overweight prevalence.
Public health campaigns and their effectiveness in controlling the overweight trend.