Big Data techniques used

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%.

Houthis seize strategic Red Sea islands as Yemen fighting intensifies. Ukraine offers reciprocal halt to strikes on infrastructure. NATO warns of Russian escalation close to Polish territory.

Peru's Big Data Private Consumption Index showed a year-on-year growth of 10.2% in August, the highest rate in three months. This evolution occurs in a context of high inflation but is supported by improving consumer confidence, a strong labor market, and the advancement of spending digitalization.

U.S.-Iran hostilities intensify as Tehran targets Gulf states. EU weighs response after Germany attributes attempted drone attack to Russia. China warns Taiwan over participation at Pacific summit.

The total solar eclipse on August 12 boosted spending by foreign tourists in Spain—particularly in provinces where the phenomenon was most visible—suggesting a shift in tourism toward key viewing destinations. In contrast, spending by domestic travelers was not significantly affected.

Tensions in Hormuz remain while Turkey urges Washington to pursue diplomacy with Iran. Ukraine launches major drone assault on Russia as Russian missile strike kills civilians.

Spain is beginning a new defense investment cycle to reach 2% of GDP amid the geopolitical context. Using Big Data and AI, real-time spending is analyzed, overcoming lags in official sources and confirming a structural increase and widespread modernization in the sector.