In July, Italy's public debt reached €2.86 trillion (US$3.06 trillion), a €10.4 billion (US$11.13 billion) jump from June, the Bank of Italy reports.
The Treasury's cash rose by €26.6 billion (US$28.46 billion), offsetting a €16.7 billion (US$17.87 billion) public fund surplus.
Central offices increased their debt by €11.3 billion (US$12.09 billion). Local offices reduced debt by €900 million (US$963 million).
Social welfare agencies kept debt almost unchanged. State taxes for. . .