Andalucía’s Economy Shines with Nearly 6% GDP Growth in 2025 Amid Resilient Job Creation
Andalucía's economy outpaces national growth with a 5.97% GDP increase and historic job creation in 2025, underscoring its growing economic significance in Spain.
- • Andalucía's nominal GDP rose 5.97% to €234.2188 billion in 2025.
- • Real GDP growth reached 3.2%, exceeding Spain's average of 2.8%.
- • Over 534,000 jobs were created in seven years, with 3% employment growth in 2025.
- • Industry grew four times faster than the national average, aiding economic dynamism.
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Andalucía’s economy demonstrated remarkable resilience and dynamism in 2025, with the region's nominal Gross Domestic Product (GDP) reaching €234.2188 billion, marking a 5.97% increase from 2024. The real GDP growth stood at 3.2%, outperforming the national average of 2.8%, according to data from the Statistics and Cartography Institute of Andalusia (IECA).
This sustained economic upturn aligns with Andalucía's solid performance since 2018, with a cumulative real GDP growth of 12.9%, surpassing both Spanish and European averages. Between 2019 and 2025, the region’s real GDP growth accumulated to 12.3%, despite facing challenges such as the COVID-19 pandemic, inflation, geopolitical tensions, and drought.
The growth was broadly supported by all productive sectors, particularly industry, which expanded at four times the national average, alongside advanced services that focus on productivity and innovation. This economic vigor translated into significant labor market improvements, including the creation of more than 534,000 jobs over seven years. Employment grew by 3% in 2025 alone, reaching historic highs for the region.
Carolina España, Minister of Economy of Andalucía, attributed these successes to the region's strategic growth model emphasizing productive diversification, high-value sectors, and quality job creation. This model has cemented Andalucía’s vital role as a key engine of Spain's economic growth.
Despite some contrasting narratives criticizing Spain’s broader economic policies, the robust indicators from Andalucía highlight a positive economic reality in the region, reinforcing its competitiveness and economic stability within the national context.
This article was translated and synthesized from Spanish sources, providing English-speaking readers with local perspectives.
