Mexico | Manufacturing sluggishness in August September 21, 2026 The BBVA Research Multidimensional Manufacturing Indicator (IMM BBVA Research) grew 3.2% YoY in August, broadly unchanged from the 1H26 average (3.1%).
Global | Equal Earth Map SVG ISO alpha-2 September 21, 2026 SVG Equal Earth vector map with ISO 3166-1 alpha-2 standards and CSS code for easy editing and customization. Last Friday, September 4, 2026, the UN General Assembly adopted a resolution to encourage the use of the Equal Earth map or equivalent projections.
Spain | Quarterly Labor Market Observatory 2Q2026 September 17, 2026 In this edition of the QLMO, we analyse labour market developments based on data available through Q2 2026. We take stock of the main aggregate indicators and examine occupational exposure to generative AI, as well as its relationship with the occupational structure of employment and labour market entry.
China | Is RMB undervalued? September 9, 2026 The report analyzes the undervaluation issue of the RMB. Based on the MB and BEER models, it concludes that while there indeed exists periods of undervaluation, its degree of undervaluation is significantly lower than often claimed.
Global | COP31: From Commitments to Credible Delivery September 8, 2026 Global climate governance has moved from framework-building to delivery. Despite progress, implementation and ambition remain off track for Paris. COP31 should therefore be judged by whether commitments translate into measurable, financed, accountable and climate-consistent action.
Spain | Job creation continued in August September 2, 2026 Social Security affiliation fell by 162,800 people and unemployment grew by 44,400. Adjusted for seasonality, an estimated rebound of 74,000 contributors and 10,500 unemployed is estimated. The extraordinary regularization of immigrants may have added 211,000 foreign affiliates and 64,900 unemployed up to August.
Mexico | Remittances rise for sixth consecutive month, up 3.0% in July September 1, 2026 Despite these gains, remittances declined by 6.5% in real terms in July, due to inflation and, primarily, the depreciation of the US dollar. Since reaching their peak in July 2022, remittances to Mexico have fallen by 24.8% in real terms, negatively affecting the income of recipient households over the past four years.
Peru | Inflation rises in August and will remain high in the coming months September 1, 2026 Inflation in Peru stood at 0.07% month-on-month in August, raising the year-on-year rate to 4.4%. This increase is due to the readjustment of electricity tariffs and the rise in fuel prices. Core inflation moderated to 4.5%, but remains above the target range. Inflation is expected to remain high in the coming months.
Türkiye | GDP grew by 2.5% y/y in 1H26 August 31, 2026 The Turkish economy grew by 2.3% y/y in 2Q26, below both our expectation (3%) and market consensus (2.9%), bringing growth in 1H26 to 2.5% y/y. Assuming a prudent policy mix going forward and no further escalation in geopolitical tensions, we maintain our 3.0% GDP growth forecast for 2026 with limited downside risks now.
Mexico | Net foreign direct investment shows an annual decline in 1H26 August 26, 2026 Mexico's current account recorded a surplus of USD 8.9 billion in 2Q26, driven by a record high in the non-oil merchandise balance. In contrast, Net Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) showed an annual decrease of 11.7% during the first half of 2026.
Argentina | Oil and Gas Outlook. 2026 August 3, 2026 Argentina is in a new phase of its energy development, with record oil and gas production driven by unconventional resources from Vaca Muerta. However, the main challenge is to overcome infrastructure bottlenecks to capitalize on its export potential.
Big Data techniques used Global | BBVA Research Big Data Geopolitics Monitor. 22 September 2026 September 22, 2026 The UN Assembly opens amid simultaneous wars in the Middle East and Europe. Middle East conflict widens as Houthi advances threaten a second strategic maritime corridor. Russia and Ukraine intensify long-range strikes ahead of high-level UN diplomacy.
Mexico | Manufacturing sluggishness in August September 21, 2026 The BBVA Research Multidimensional Manufacturing Indicator (IMM BBVA Research) grew 3.2% YoY in August, broadly unchanged from the 1H26 average (3.1%).
Global | Equal Earth Map SVG ISO alpha-2 September 21, 2026 SVG Equal Earth vector map with ISO 3166-1 alpha-2 standards and CSS code for easy editing and customization. Last Friday, September 4, 2026, the UN General Assembly adopted a resolution to encourage the use of the Equal Earth map or equivalent projections.
Spain | NGEU funds are coming to an end September 21, 2026 The execution of NGEU funds in Spain has allocated €62.726 billion. Public investment rose from 2.2% to 2.9% of GDP, failing to close the gap with the EU. The multiplier effect on private investment and productivity has been limited, hampered by a context of multiple economic shocks.
Europe | Narrow margin September 21, 2026 Europe faces winter with a narrow margin in the gas market. Storage levels are lower than last year, while competition with Asia for shipments and disruptions to Gulf flows are increasing pressure, pointing to a high-price scenario.
