Economic journal of Spain's foreign business
Global news of interest to Spanish companies and executives in their international decision-making
The Indian government has announced the development and release of nearly 3.000 crop varieties adapted to climate change between 2014 and 2025. This strategy aims to guarantee the country's food security and opens a new scenario of collaboration and competition for Spanish agricultural technology.
The Indian government has announced new income tax return (ITR) forms for the 2026-27 fiscal year, which entail a significant increase in scrutiny of business transactions. This measure, aimed at greater transparency, will have a direct impact on subsidiaries of Spanish companies and investors with a presence in the country.
A report by SBI Research forecasts that the Indian economy will grow by 6,6% in fiscal year 2027, solidifying its position as a key driver in the face of global uncertainty. This dynamism presents a scenario of strategic opportunities for Spanish exports and investment in the Asian giant.
The State Bank of India (SBI) forecasts robust real GDP growth of 7,5% for fiscal year 2026, solidifying the country's position as a key economic engine in the face of the slowdown in Western powers. This forecast opens up a landscape of significant opportunities for Spanish exports and investment in the Asian giant.
Technology giant SoftBank has announced plans to launch a battery business in Japan, a strategic initiative to meet the massive energy demands of artificial intelligence. This move anticipates a reconfiguration of the global supply chain and opens up a new field of opportunities for the European technology and energy sectors.
China's Producer Price Index (PPI) has exceeded expectations, a warning sign for Spanish companies. The rising cost of raw materials, fueled by the conflict in the Middle East, anticipates increased import costs and greater pressure on global supply chains.
The resumption of attacks between Ukraine and Russia over the weekend jeopardizes the ceasefire. This escalation of tension is generating significant uncertainty in commodity, energy, and freight markets, with a direct impact on the supply chains of Spanish companies operating in the region.
India's agricultural sector is demonstrating remarkable resilience, increasing its exports despite the protectionist environment fostered by the Trump administration in the United States. This growth is based on a market and product diversification strategy that offers valuable lessons for Spanish exporting companies facing similar challenges in global trade.
In 2026, India will assume a dual leadership role on the international stage by chairing both the BRICS bloc and the Asian Productivity Organization (APO). This strategic move aims to strengthen its 'Viksit Bharat@2047' plan, a roadmap that will redefine value chains in Asia and open up new opportunities for Spanish companies with interests in the region.
The new Pinglu Canal in China is poised to transform trade routes with Southeast Asia. This megaproject, which provides direct access to the sea for China's inland provinces, will reduce costs and transit times, intensifying competition for Spanish companies in ASEAN markets.
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