Business turnover, a structural challenge for Spain’s catering sector
Since the end of the pandemic, the catering industry in Spain has enjoyed a rapid recovery, supported by the dynamism of tourism and the normalisation of consumption. Revenues have grown and employment has reached historic highs, consolidating its role as one of the…
11 February 2026
Treasury funding needs in 2026: high but manageable thanks to strong demand
Spain is facing 2026 with funding needs that remain high, albeit in a relatively more favourable fiscal context than its main European peers. Despite the reduction of the deficit and public debt as a percentage of GDP, the high nominal levels and a volume of maturities…
11 February 2026
There are reasons why housing has become the top concern among European citizens
This analysis examines the recent evolution of the European residential market and explores differences between countries in a context where housing has become the main concern among Europeans. What we see is a cycle marked by successive shocks and an insufficient supply,…
11 February 2026
Hours worked and productivity: is Spain an outlier in the EU?
The debate over working hours has intensified significantly in Spain, on the one hand, due to proposals for its reduction, and on the other, due to the rise in hours lost due to temporary sick leave. Beyond the impact on business costs and the labour market, the…
11 February 2026
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