Why prices and costs will increase in Italy in 2026: transport, insurance and excise duties

4. Wider Inflation and Spillover Effects

While specific policies explain big parts of the increases, broader economic forces also play a role:

• Inflation adjustments in tariffs, wages, and operating costs feed into many prices — from services to commodities.
• Many sectors adjust prices in anticipation of regulatory changes or to protect margins in an environment of increasing cost pressures.

What It Means for Italians

The cumulative impact of these increases is felt by consumers across many areas:

• Higher fuel and transport outlays for commuting and logistics.
• More expensive insurance coverage for cars and commercial vehicles.
• Greater everyday costs for products subject to excise taxes.
• Overall increases in service and goods prices due to inflation and indirect cost pass-through.

Consumer associations warn that an average Italian household could face several hundred euros in new expenses annually unless counterbalancing measures (like tax credits or subsidies) are implemented.