Despite positive economic growth in Spain, economic inequality and wage disparities remain significant, with cooperatives playing a key role in promoting social cohesion and reducing inequality.
Banco de España upgrades Spain's GDP growth forecasts for 2025 and 2026, citing strong private consumption and exports despite inflation and external risks.
Spain’s tourism sector reached a record €200.7 billion in 2024, contributing 12.6% to GDP and creating over 2.7 million jobs, marking strong post-pandemic recovery.
Aragón's economy is projected to expand by 2.5% in 2026, driven by investments and a shift to electric vehicles in the automotive industry, despite some labor and geopolitical challenges.
Spain and Euskadi are addressing labor shortages and economic hurdles as growth slows, highlighting immigration and integration as vital for future development.
Pasaia Port advances its blue economy agenda through strategic collaboration, innovation hubs, and sustainable maritime projects to transform the local economy.
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.
Spain's Economy Minister responds to US criticism of EU policies while highlighting Spain's economic growth and severe youth housing affordability issues.
Catalonia's economy grew 0.8% in Q3 2025, driven by strong investment, construction, and internal demand, surpassing Spain and EU quarterly growth rates.
Las Palmas’ economy in 2025 thrives on tourism, energy, and commercial sectors, positioning it as a key Canary Islands economic hub with a forward-looking sustainability approach.
Unicaja forecasts Extremadura's economy and employment will grow steadily through 2026, with a slight decline in unemployment despite sectoral challenges.
Madrid's economy grew 2.9% in Q3 2025, outpacing the national average and marking 21 consecutive quarters of growth driven by services, construction, and strong business creation.
ASG spokesperson Casimiro Curbelo calls for a concrete, cooperative strategy to reduce tourism dependency and diversify the economies of non-capital Canary Islands.
In 2024, Formentera outpaced its Balearic peers in tourist spending growth, driven by a high-quality tourism approach that boosted the island's economy, employment, and environmental standing.
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 faces a slowdown in economic growth for 2026 with inflation and unemployment challenges, yet efforts continue to sustain reforms and private consumption.
Spain's economic recovery post-2020 demonstrates growth and labor market improvements amidst inflation and housing challenges, with calls for investment and redistributive policies.
Despite strong GDP growth projections, Spain's economy faces profound structural challenges, including low productivity, high unemployment, and social issues that undermine its long-term prospects.
Spain's GDP is expected to grow 2.2% in 2026, supported by past momentum but hindered by a nearly 30% slowdown in job growth, with government reports highlighting economic and social progress alongside challenges.
Spain's population is expected to exceed 50 million by 2026, primarily due to immigration, which is also driving robust economic growth and shaping future income projections.
The European Commission upgrades 2025-2026 growth forecasts for Spain and the EU despite US trade tensions, highlighting labor market resilience and supportive policies.
The European Commission has raised Spain’s GDP growth forecast to 2.9% for 2025 and improved deficit projections, highlighting strong internal demand and cautious optimism amid external risks.