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Spain Faces Growing Public Debt and Welfare Inefficiencies Amid Economic Stagnation
Spain's public debt may soar to 700% of GDP due to pension liabilities, while its welfare system ranks among the least efficient in the OECD despite high spending, highlighting urgent economic challenges.
PP Governors Unite in Strong Opposition to Government's Fiscal and Regional Financing Policies
The Partido Popular-led regional governments are jointly opposing the national government's fiscal policies, demanding reform to the regional financing system and rejecting proposed debt relief and the Catalan tax arrangement ahead of key budget talks.
Albacete’s Zero Debt Policy Spurs Local Economic Growth and Investment
Albacete's provincial government credits zero debt and local investments for its robust economic growth and export success in 2025.
Political Tensions Rise as PP and PSOE Clash over Financial Language and Regional Debt
PP's Miguel Tellado accuses PSOE of using mafia-like financial language, while PSPV-PSOE criticizes Valencian PP's refusal to support nearly €12 billion regional debt cancellation.
Andalucía Achieves Debt Reduction and Improved Credit Ratings Amid Financial Management Efforts
Andalucía reduces public debt and improves credit ratings through stringent financial management.
Spain Reduces Public Debt Issuance for 2025 Amid Robust Economic Indicators
Spain's Treasury announces a €5 billion reduction in public debt issuance for 2025 amid positive economic trends.
Spanish Sovereign Debt Ratings Upgraded by Major Agencies: A Historic Milestone
Spain's sovereign debt ratings receive historic upgrades from key agencies, reflecting economic resilience and boosting investor confidence.
Spain Faces Demographic Bomb Disrupting Labor Market and Rising Public Debt
Spain confronts a demographic crisis affecting its economy and labor market, coupled with rising public debt.
Examining the Critique of Yolanda Díaz's Debt Forgiveness Policies
Yolanda Díaz's economic policies face criticism as her debt forgiveness claims are analyzed.
Political Tensions Rise Over Debt Management Policies in Spain
Tensions escalate among Spanish regional leaders over debt management, as party directives come into question.
Economic Opinions Emerge on Catalonia's Debt Condonation
Experts express diverse views on the implications of Catalonia's debt forgiveness by the Spanish government.