Economic journal of Spain's foreign business
The Spanish business sector is expected to register 73.004 new companies in the first half of 2026, an 11% increase compared to the same period in 2025, with an invested capital of €3.522 billion. Madrid, Catalonia, and Andalusia account for almost 60% of these new companies, according to data from Informa D&B.
STRATEGIC AND TECHNOLOGICAL ALLIANCE IN THE WINE SECTOR The Spanish Wine Federation (FEV) has released the results of its latest update on the sector's digital maturity, revealing a significant leap in the adoption of new technologies by wineries. In this context of modernization, key to boosting… Read more
INTERNATIONAL INFRASTRUCTURE AND LOGISTICS The Cantabrian port maintains its upward trend, registering a year-on-year increase of 1,3% in its freight traffic volume through June. Driven by container transport and automotive exports, the port is bolstering its international competitiveness with a robust investment plan to reach the milestone… Read more
INTERNATIONAL INVESTMENT OVERVIEW IN 2026 A new report by IE University and ICEX reveals a paradigm shift in the behavior of global sovereign capital: although the number of transactions has decreased by 17%, the economic volume invested has skyrocketed by 91%. The investment ecosystem is focusing on impact, with… Read more
Spanish fruit and vegetable exports to the EU grew by 5,7% in value to €6.596 billion during the first four months of 2026, despite a 3,4% drop in volume. Markets outside Europe, such as Canada and Brazil, registered significant declines.
The European Commission has published the European Innovation Scoreboard 2026, revealing sustained innovation growth in the EU of 11,6% since 2019. Sweden, Denmark, and the Netherlands have consolidated their leadership positions, while Malta has climbed the rankings and Georgia has been included in the analysis for the first time.
The network of Spanish Official Chambers of Commerce Abroad has published a new audiovisual resource detailing its main metrics and activity figures for 2026. This analysis, disseminated in video format, seeks to highlight the role of this network as a key instrument for the internationalization of Spanish companies.
Just a few months before the event, SIAL Paris 2026 has unveiled its 'SIAL Insights' report, identifying 10 key trends that will shape consumption and innovation in the agri-food sector. The analysis, based on studies by Kantar, ProtéinesXTC, and Circana, paints a picture of a future defined by personalization, sustainability, and technology.
A study by the fintech company Ebury reveals a structural change in Spanish foreign trade: purchases from outside the eurozone now account for 57,9% of the total, compared to 45,7% in 2000. This transformation increases dependence on the dollar and Asian currencies, forcing companies to implement more sophisticated exchange rate risk management to protect their margins.
The Spanish Federation of Hardware and DIY Manufacturers (COFEARFE) is consolidating its leading position on the international stage. This success is based on consistent export growth and a well-defined internationalization strategy, positioning the sector as a global benchmark.
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