Tertiary companies are once again concerned about the possibility of high bills. Rising energy prices threaten hurting small and medium-sized firms in commerce, tourism, and services. Which, if the trend continues, will pay 2.6 billion more for energy this year than in 2024, ranking among Europe's highest bills. This is assessed by the Confesercenti Economic Office, a trade association that promotes Italian businesses in commerce, tourism and services, crafts, and small industries. The year 2025 began with tensions in the energy markets. Currently (average quotations on 22 January), the price of energy in Italy is up 32% from the average price in 2024 and 50.2% from January 2024. An increase within a context already marked by exceptionally high costs: Italy's prices remain significantly higher than those of other European countries, by 20% compared to Germany and 25% compared to France. The total energy bill will increase by approximately 1,300 euros annually for small enterprises in commerce, tourism, and services. In certain activities with higher consumption, such as public establishments, this figure may reach 8-10% of the total turnover. Commercial companies will be the most affected, with an estimated increase of approximately 800 million euros from the previous year. The impact is also significant for hotels (250 million) and public establishments (450 million), with the remaining 1.1 billion in burdens to be distributed among logistics, business services, and other sectors of the private tertiary sector, ranging from wellness to crafts.