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The International Business Daily FRIDAY, MARCH 20, 2026 |
The WTO warns of a slowdown in global trade in 2026 due to the conflict in the Middle East.
The World Trade Organization (WTO) published its latest "World Trade Outlook and Statistics" report on March 19, 2026, indicating a slowdown in the pace of global trade. After a dynamic 2025, trade…
Featured Event
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Mexico consolidates its position as the strategic hub for Spanish companies: investment keys, nearshoring and logisticsDuring a recent webinar organized by the Madrid Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Services, experts and economic authorities agreed that Mexico is a strategic partner in the era of nearshoring… |
Opinion
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Middle East Outlook: Markets Prepare for Prolonged DisruptionWilliam davies In our Global Outlook 2026, we highlighted the growing fragility of the global geopolitical framework. Less than three months into the new year, that framework is being put to the test… |
Strategic News
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Spain and the United Kingdom agree to facilitate professional mobility to boost tradeWithin the framework of the first edition of the bilateral Trade and Investment Dialogue held in Madrid, the Spanish Minister of Economy, Trade and Business, Carlos Cuerpo, and the UK Minister of Finance, Rachel Reeves, signed a Declaration… |
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The Spanish Chamber of Commerce analyzes the challenges of the global economy with Xiana Méndez (IMF)The Spanish Chamber of Commerce has organized a strategic meeting in Madrid with Xiana Méndez, Executive Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), to analyze the evolution of the international economic situation and address concerns… |
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COFIDES mobilizes €15 million through the FIS to boost the Partech Impact Fund technology fundThe Social Impact Fund (FIS), managed by COFIDES, has committed an investment of €15 million to the Partech Impact Fund on March 19, 2026. The aim is to finance European technology companies in their growth phase… |
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Barcelona promotes its free trade zone model based on innovation and responsibility to the OECDThe Barcelona Free Zone Consortium (CZFB) advocated in Paris for the evolution of customs areas towards ecosystems of innovation and secure trade during its participation in the second OECD Forum on Combating Illicit Trade… |
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The 6th TuComex International Congress in Brussels consolidates the influence of Spanish industry before the European CommissionThe 6th TuComex International Congress – Brussels 2026 has marked a milestone in the internationalization strategy of the Spanish economy, enabling 15 strategic sectors to present their proposals directly to the European Commission… |
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Cesce identifies risk management and information as key to addressing global uncertainty.In a global scenario marked by geopolitical tensions and regulatory changes, the Association for the Progress of Management (APD) and Cesce have organized the business meeting "Challenges and opportunities for companies in the geopolitical context… |
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Madrid becomes the logistics epicenter of the 10th Maritime Silk Road Forum 2026Madrid hosted the promotional event for the 10th Port Cooperation Forum of the Maritime Silk Road 2026 on March 16th. This international meeting promotes global port connectivity… |
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Madrid's One-Stop Shop for Internationalization promotes the presence of startups at Viva Technology 2026Companies from Madrid will participate in Viva Technology 2026 in Paris from June 17 to 20, supported by the Single Window for Internationalization (VUI), to connect with the global innovation ecosystem and take advantage of strategic technology hubs… |
Events
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16 to the 20 of March of 2026 B2B meetings in Bulgaria and SerbiaBulgaria is a stable market within the European Union and boasts one of the most competitive tax environments on the continent, with a corporate tax rate of 10% and attractive operating costs. Serbia is one of the most dynamic economies in the Balkans. |
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Monday, March 23, 2026 Tariff Classification of GoodsAimed at freight forwarders, logistics operators, purchasing, imports, technicians, foreign trade, procurement, professionals, and those responsible for logistics and international trade. |
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Monday, March 23, 2026 Morocco, economy and business opportunities in Africa for Galician companiesThe event, which will be held on March 23 at the Fontán Building of the Cidade da Cultura in Santiago de Compostela, will bring together companies with experience in the African market and will feature the participation of Antena IGAPE in Morocco. |
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From Monday, March 23rd to Thursday, March 26th, 2026 FoodUnder the slogan "50 years feeding the future", the Gran Via venue of Fira de Barcelona is preparing to host from March 23 to 26, 2026 one of the most decisive events for the global economy: Alimentaria 2026. |
Companies around the world
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Pérez-Llorca's revenue jumps 28%, driven by its international expansion.The firm increased its pro forma global revenue by 28% in 2025, which means closing the year with a turnover of 211,3 million euros, a figure that consolidates the double-digit growth path that the firm has been showing… |
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Carpisa Foods will boost its internationalization strategy and Horeca channel at Alimentaria 2026The Madrid-based company, a leader in the meat sector, will present its new gourmet hamburgers and fifth-range solutions to optimize professional operations in Barcelona, along with new products under the Brooklyn Town brand… |
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Qaracter diversifies its business: Brazil, the US and Mexico already account for 35% of its global revenueQaracter, a Spanish consultancy specializing in banking and insurance, consolidates its organic growth, reaching a turnover of 53 million euros, and reinforces its international expansion in the US and Latin America… |
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Grupo Interóleo reaches a historic record of €263 million and consolidates its position as a leader in agri-food exportsThe company closes fiscal year 2025 with unprecedented revenue, driven by a volume of 70.000 tons and a strategic weight that already reaches 2% of global olive oil production… |
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Business Insights consolidates its position in the Financial Times FT 1000 ranking as a benchmark for European growthTechnology consultancy Business Insights has been recognized for the second consecutive year in the prestigious Financial Times FT 1000 ranking, placing 558th after demonstrating exceptional organic growth and resilience in the IT market… |
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