In Italy, up to 8.8 million people live alone, with living costs that are nearly double (+80%) those of an ordinary family of three. The statistic comes from a Coldiretti analysis of Istat data, which was presented on the occasion of Singles Day, an international day dedicated to singles that is observed today, November 11. The celebration, which originated in China and has now spread worldwide, is symbolically set on 11/11, where the number 1 represents the solitary heart.