Spain is approaching 50 million residents by 2026, with Colombian immigrants nearly doubling in population to almost one million, driven by economic migration and contributing significantly to sectors like hospitality and construction.
Spain's record population increase, mainly due to foreign-born residents, significantly fuels its robust economic growth and diversification in 2025.
Spain loses its top retirement destination status to Greece in 2026 due to rising costs and bureaucratic hurdles, though it remains a leading holiday home market.
Economists Santiago Calvo and Lorenzo Bernaldo de Quirós warn that Spain's pension system and economic model are unsustainable, urging urgent reforms to address demographic and fiscal challenges.
Spain faces a high labor tax burden and rapid demographic aging, threatening economic competitiveness and pension sustainability, amid government resistance to OECD reform recommendations.
The OECD warns that Spain must enact profound pension reforms alongside fiscal and labor market changes to address demographic challenges and secure economic sustainability.
Spain is at high risk from antimicrobial resistance due to its aging population, with experts calling for stronger regulations, vaccination, and biotech innovation to combat this growing health crisis.
Significant depopulation in Spanish interior provinces sees over half their natives living elsewhere, deepening demographic challenges.
Spain's population reaches a historic 49.4 million in 2025, driven primarily by a significant increase in foreign-born residents, with notable regional growth and demographic shifts.
Latin American workers in Spain exceed one million, with varied employment across sectors and regions amid growing labor market significance.
Spain's appeal to retirees rises as local initiatives enhance the quality of life for seniors.
Spain confronts a demographic crisis affecting its economy and labor market, coupled with rising public debt.
Spain's health statistics indicate a strong alignment with European standards, showcasing impressive outcomes.
Political opposition escalates against the DGA over its handling of population decline.
A study highlights that women make up 77% of Spain's healthcare workforce, with significant challenges ahead.
Innovations in technology are driving growth in Spain's silver economy, focusing on the aging population.
New official data highlights 8,000 identified women in prostitution in Spain, with tens of thousands unrecognized.