Solicited Corporate Credit Rating for SOCIETÀ SERVIZI ENERGIA SB: B1 (First Issuance)
modefinance published the Solicited Corporate Credit Rating of SOCIETÀ SERVIZI ENERGIA SB on the website and the rating assigned to the entity is B1 (First Issuance). The analysis highlights that the company has an adequate financial position, demonstrating the capacity to withstand adverse economic conditions in the medium and long term.
SOCIETÀ SERVIZI ENERGIA S.R.L. SOCIETÀ BENEFIT (hereinafter also referred to as “the Company”), founded in 2002, operates in the energy sector and has evolved from a consulting firm specialized in gas service management into an integrated operator active in the sale of natural gas and electricity. Over time, the Company has strengthened its regional presence through a network of customer service offices across Veneto and Emilia-Romagna, while progressively expanding its offering to include energy efficiency solutions, renewable energy solutions, and energy transition services. Since 2023, the Company has held the status of a Benefit Corporation, further reinforcing its commitment to sustainability and its role as a local energy partner for households and businesses.
Key Rating Assumptions
At year-end 2025, SOCIETÀ SERVIZI ENERGIA S.R.L. SOCIETÀ BENEFIT presents an overall solid and balanced financial and capital structure, characterized by a gradual strengthening of equity and a reduction in total indebtedness, with particularly limited financial debt. The positive NFP (Net Financial Position) confirms a sound level of liquidity, albeit lower than in the previous year due to the allocation of part of the available cash to readily realisable investments. From a financial perspective, the Company maintains an appropriate balance between sources and uses of funds, with current assets more than sufficient to cover short-term liabilities. The positive revenue growth trend, despite being accompanied by an increase in operating costs, continues to generate margins adequate to cover depreciation, amortization and tax charges. As a result, the Company closed the year with a positive net profit and fully satisfactory profitability indicators.
SOCIETÀ SERVIZI ENERGIA S.R.L. SOCIETÀ BENEFIT is 90%-owned by Gestir S.r.l., which exercises management and coordination activities over the company. Gestir S.r.l. is ultimately attributable to Mr. Giovanni Liguori (33.50%) and Mr. Gianluigi Cavaliere (33.50%), both of whom serve on the Board of Directors. The statutory audit function is entrusted to an external auditing firm, while no internal supervisory body has been appointed.
Between late 2025 and 2026, the global energy and economic environment has been characterized by heightened uncertainty. Worldwide electricity demand continues to expand, supported by the rapid deployment of renewable energy capacity, particularly solar photovoltaic and wind power, while fossil fuels continue to play a significant role in the global energy mix.
Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, particularly involving Iran and the Strait of Hormuz, have increased volatility in global oil and natural gas markets, contributing to higher inflationary pressures and influencing monetary policy decisions across major economies. In Italy, despite continued growth in renewable electricity generation, the country's significant dependence on natural gas continues to support elevated energy prices, prompting the Government to postpone the planned closure of certain coal-fired power plants in order to safeguard security of supply.
From a macroeconomic perspective, Italy's economy continued to expand at a moderate pace during the first months of 2026, driven primarily by the services sector, while manufacturing activity remained under pressure due to higher energy costs and weak external demand. Household consumption and private investment recorded only modest growth as a result of persistent uncertainty and reduced purchasing power. According to the latest projections of the Bank of Italy, real GDP is expected to grow by 0.5% in both 2026 and 2027, before accelerating to 0.8% in 2028. Nevertheless, the outlook remains subject to significant downside risks associated with geopolitical developments, energy commodity prices, and international trade conditions.
Sensitivity Analysis
In the following table, the addressing factors, actions or events that could lead to an upgrade or a downgrade are summarized:
Important
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Contacts
Head Analyst - Azzurra Nicchi, Rating Analyst
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Responsible for Rating Approval - Giada D'Avenia, Rating Process Manager
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