Most recent posts from Spain

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Most recent posts from Spain

Spain | AI: from job exposure to productivity

September 21, 2026

The Spanish labor market shows a duality: strong job creation but stagnant productivity. In this context, generative artificial intelligence (AI) emerges as an opportunity, although its impact will be uneven. Exposure to AI is higher in skilled occupations and in regions like Madrid.

Global | Financial Regulation: Weekly Update. September 18, 2026

September 18, 2026

In this publication you will find, on a weekly basis, our selection of the most relevant news regarding financial regulation.

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Spain | Real-time tourism flow analysis May-Aug 2026

September 18, 2026

Total tourism spending in Spain grew by 5.7% year-on-year in the second four-month period of 2026, driven by foreign spending (+8.8%), which accelerated due to geopolitical tensions and events like the August solar eclipse. In contrast, domestic tourism moderated, with a growth of 2.5%.

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.

Spain | Who saves? Heterogeneity in household savings

September 16, 2026

This study analyzes the saving capacity of Spanish households in 2024. Income is the determining factor. Additionally, household size and housing tenure are key variables that significantly influence family savings.

Spain | Inflation rebounded in August and will accelerate in September

September 15, 2026

Headline inflation increased by 0.7 pp, to 4.3% year-on-year, while core inflation decreased by 0.1 pp, to 2.9%, in line with expectations. In September, headline inflation could rebound to 4.7%-4.9%, driven again by energy and, to a lesser extent, by food.

Spain | La Rioja Economic Outlook 2026

September 14, 2026

The economy of La Rioja will maintain solid growth. GDP would grow by 1.8% in 2026 and 2.2% in 2027, supported by employment, consumption, and investment, but conditioned by industrial weakness, exports, and a more adverse external environment.

Global | Financial Regulation: Weekly Update. September 11, 2026

September 11, 2026

In this publication you will find, on a weekly basis, our selection of the most relevant news regarding financial regulation.

Spain | The challenges of the new term: productivity and investment

September 7, 2026

The Spanish economy is growing above the Eurozone average, driven by domestic demand and employment. However, it faces crucial challenges such as stagnant productivity and weak investment, which limit the increase in added value and long-term well-being.

Global | Financial Regulation: Weekly Update. September 4, 2026

September 4, 2026

In this publication you will find, on a weekly basis, our selection of the most relevant news regarding financial regulation.

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