Spain’s robust economic growth and improved credit ratings contrast sharply with public pessimism and persistent social discontent over income inequality and rising living costs.
Spain's credit rating upgraded to A by Fitch due to strong economic growth and job creation, though political instability and fiscal challenges persist, warns the IMF.
Spain faces pivotal economic changes with a major bank acquisition and a milestone circular economy forum driving financial and environmental policy discourse.
Spain's housing market in 2024 sees record price increases amid a decline in home sales, affecting affordability for young buyers and sparking calls for policy reforms.
At the Greencities Forum 2025 in Málaga, Almería showcased its pioneering role as a blue municipality, promoting sustainable marine economic activities and unveiling strategic collaborative initiatives aligned with European Ocean Pact agreements.
Despite Spain's impressive economic growth and credit upgrades in 2024, public skepticism persists due to inflation and housing affordability issues, highlighting a gap between macroeconomic success and everyday experience.
CaixaBank Research upgrades Spain's 2025 GDP growth forecast to 2.9%, citing economic resilience, ECB rate cuts, and stable energy prices despite global risks.
Spain stands out in Europe as the country where public sector wages surpass private sector salaries, influencing high worker preference for government jobs.
At the La Toja Forum, leaders discussed Spain's competitiveness challenges and the critical need for innovation and political rationality to strengthen the economy and pharmaceutical sector.
Spain’s robust economic growth and improved credit ratings contrast sharply with public pessimism and persistent social discontent over income inequality and rising living costs.