Galicia and Northern Portugal advance social economy development through cross-border accelerator programs and local economic agendas promoting social entrepreneurship and inclusive growth.
The economy of Castilla y León shows moderate growth but faces fragile stability due to unchecked public spending, reliance on foreign labor, and the need for strategic economic planning.
Xunta de Galicia plans a nearly €45 million investment in 2026 to support social economy initiatives and labor integration for people with disabilities.
Mercadona agrees to acquire Logifruit to unify logistics and enhance sustainability through circular economy principles, integrating 1,600 employees and awaiting regulatory approval.
The Extremadura government and CIEM intensify collaboration to support over 23,000 businesses, focusing on infrastructure, taxation, and SME growth strategies.
Catalonia's economy grew 0.8% in Q3 2025, driven by strong investment, construction, and internal demand, surpassing Spain and EU quarterly growth rates.
Andalusian government allocates €14.4 million to boost business ventures in Cádiz, Córdoba, and Sevilla, supporting major projects with a total investment of €27.7 million.
Eco-Active consumers in Spain now form 30% of the population, creating a $28.8 billion market but facing price barriers in sustainable purchasing.
Navarra's 2026 budget and fiscal reform, emphasizing social justice and tax incentives, have passed key parliamentary stages ahead of final approval.
Cádiz hosts a key roundtable event on December 19 featuring experts discussing the role of social economy in the current socioeconomic system, with opportunities for student engagement and professional development.
Dos Hermanas joins a European Union-backed project in Crete to bolster social entrepreneurship and cooperation across Europe’s social economy sector.
Unicaja forecasts Extremadura's economy and employment will grow steadily through 2026, with a slight decline in unemployment despite sectoral challenges.
The European Commission has escalated infringement procedures against Spain for failing to comply with the Digital Operational Resilience Act by the EU deadline and has also issued formal notices regarding state liability breaches.
Spain aims to secure a significant ECB executive board position in 2025 by presenting a leading candidate as key vacancies arise.
In December 2025, Spain is bolstering its social economy and care sectors through significant events and investments aimed at improving sustainability, social cohesion, and quality care services.
Gijón and Cartagena have launched key initiatives to promote innovation and entrepreneurship in the blue economy, emphasizing maritime potential and sustainable development.
Spain's domestic consumption and e-commerce grew strongly in 2025, alongside Europamundo doubling its business volume in the Spanish market.
Spain’s Congress passes the 2025 Social Economy Law to modernize cooperative regulations and boost social enterprises, despite opposition from PP and Vox.
Spain added 118,400 jobs in Q3 2025, driven by services and construction sectors, reaching record employment levels.
Experts emphasize financial education and prudent credit card use as essential for achieving financial stability in Spain, especially during the lottery season.
Spain’s 2025 economy is marked by regional growth disparities and urgent efforts to secure crucial EU Next Generation funds to sustain economic resilience.
Spain's record population increase, mainly due to foreign-born residents, significantly fuels its robust economic growth and diversification in 2025.
Spain and Murcia's leadership in social economy is spotlighted at the UN symposium, calling for prioritization in EU financial frameworks.
The global green economy's growth is propelled by strategic business models, technological innovation, and policy incentives, with China leading investments and Spain making notable recovery strides.
The Basque Country leads green employment initiatives promoting inclusive growth as Spain's green economy expands amid global investment acceleration.
Spain celebrates transformative companies at the Henneo Awards while emphasizing the urgent need to support scaleups for sustained economic growth.
Spain's inflation rate in November remains above the EU average, driven mainly by rising electricity prices and the end of fiscal subsidies on energy costs.
Catalonia advances its biogas strategy as a key component of Spain's green economy and climate goals, while navigating regulatory and cost challenges.
Euskadi reports strong economic growth and a decline in unemployment with historic Social Security affiliation records in Q3.
CaixaBank Research highlights Spain's strong and balanced economic growth in late 2025 across multiple sectors, overcoming international challenges.
Spain plans strict new regulations to limit abusive consumer credit interest rates, following an EU directive targeting predatory lending in revolving credit cards and microloans.
Spain launches Plan España Auto 2030 focusing on electric mobility and industrial innovation to bolster its automotive sector and retain European leadership.
Granada's Economy department plans increased 2026 inspections to raise tax revenues by €1.6 million without raising taxes, focusing on property, terrace, economic activity, and construction taxes.
The OECD forecasts Spain to lead growth among advanced economies in 2025 with a 2.9% GDP increase, highlighting strong technological and fiscal factors despite inflation challenges.
Spain bolsters sustainability with Burgos hosting a key industrial circular economy event while youth and experts engage on sustainable consumption under the European Green Deal.
The Basque Government has granted a €6,046 subsidy to support the Kutsuak project, enhancing social labor inclusion for people with mental health conditions under the V Plan Vasco de Inclusión 2022-2026.
Spanish farmers' union UPA strongly rejects the EU's new rice import agreement, raising concerns over unfair competition and ineffective safeguards.
Spain and Iceland deepen economic cooperation, focusing on sustainability in green and blue sectors and leveraging their complementary strengths.
Europe faces an economic crossroads in 2026 as AI drives global growth but the continent struggles with technological investment gaps and public debt challenges.
The African swine fever outbreak in Catalonia threatens Spain's pork exports, prompting strict controls and economic concerns.