The International Business Daily
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2026

89% of foreign multinationals expect to increase or maintain their turnover in Spain in 2026

Spain is consolidating its position as a priority destination for international investment. According to the latest report by ICEX-Invest in Spain and Multinationals by Brand Spain, the vast majority of foreign-owned companies project a scenario of growth or stability for the current year.

Strategic News

Jordi Hereu urges industrial relocation to guarantee Europe's sovereignty

In Bilbao, the Minister of Industry advocates for reversing deindustrialization and strengthening the continent's strategic autonomy through the return of productive activity.

Aena will mobilize 13.000 billion euros in its largest strategic investment plan

The strategic plan seeks to modernize the airport network under a self-financing model, reinforcing Spain as a global connection hub.

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Cantabria and El Salvador boost their industrial and technological exports

The Cantabrian president and the Salvadoran ambassador agree on lines of collaboration to promote business alliances in innovation sectors.

Spanish fruit and vegetable exports exceed 20.000 billion euros

The sector reaffirms its dominance at Fruit Logistica in Berlin, consolidating itself as one of the main drivers of the Spanish trade balance.

The Eurobarometer calls for a more assertive EU in the face of global instability

Demands are growing for a unified response from the Twenty-Seven on security and stability in the current geopolitical context.

Madrid promotes its startups at the Web Summit Qatar 2026

The Community of Madrid is showcasing its entrepreneurial talent in the Middle Eastern market within the pavilion coordinated by ICEX in Doha.

Companies around the world

Santander strengthens its presence in the US: agrees to buy Webster Bank

A $12.200 billion strategic operation to boost its growth in the North American market and achieve a RoTE of 18% by 2028.

Paradisus by Meliá lands in Asia with a luxury resort in Bali

Meliá opens its first Paradisus establishment in Asia, focusing on well-being and local culture in the exclusive Nusa Dua area.

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Iberdrola strengthens its leadership in the US with 269 MW of solar power in Oregon

Through Avangrid, the Spanish energy company is putting two new photovoltaic plants into commercial operation to meet North American industrial demand.