Economy
As Spain grapples with an escalating housing crisis, many citizens are turning to a lottery system for a chance at affordable living. Among them is 30-year-old auxiliary nurse Pacheco, who, alongside her partner Sergio Encinas, has faced the harsh reality of soaring rents. The couple has been unable......
US President Donald Trump's trade policies have recently cast a shadow over Europe, with the potential for 25 percent tariffs on EU-made goods. This move, which Trump claims is necessary to rectify what he perceives as unfair trade practices, has significant implications for various sectors in Spain,......
Morocco's green hydrogen ambitions took a significant leap forward with the selection of five major investors during a steering committee meeting chaired by Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch in Rabat. This move is part of a broader initiative to develop six projects valued at MAD 319 billion ($31.9......
Spain continues to attract many expatriates looking to retire, with its favorable climate, picturesque coastline, and vibrant culture. However, rising living costs, including soaring housing prices, inflation, and increased taxes, have led to concerns about the true affordability of retiring in this......
The average price of a pre-owned home in Spain has surged to a record €2,271 per square metre following a 1.5 percent monthly increase in February, as reported by property portal Idealista. This marks a 1.2 percent rise over the last three months, setting a new benchmark for Spain's leading......
Morocco has emerged as Spain's largest natural gas customer, overtaking France, according to recent figures released by the Corporation of Strategic Reserves of Petroleum Products (Cores). Data highlighted by The Objective reveals that Morocco imported a staggering 9,703 gigawatt hours of natural......
Morocco’s economy is forecasted to grow by 5.0% in 2025, up from 3.3% in 2024, despite challenges posed by a weak agricultural sector, according to a report by Fitch Solutions published on February 26. This revised forecast, down from an earlier projection of 5.6%, reflects “emerging signs......
Since officially adopting a four-day workweek in 2019, Iceland has emerged as a global example of how reducing working hours can transform professional life while significantly enhancing workers' well-being. This groundbreaking shift, which began as an experiment in 2015, has not only maintained......
Hassan Abkari, the Director General of Tanger Med Port Authority (TMPA), has been relieved of his duties following revelations of a private business venture in Spain’s port sector, raising concerns over a conflict of interest. The decision came during an emergency board meeting held on February......
When taking out a mortgage in Spain, homebuyers often face a range of hidden costs that can significantly impact their financial plans. Spanish banks are known for incorporating various fees and expenses into mortgage contracts, making it crucial for prospective buyers to thoroughly understand the fine......
Hyundai Rotem has signed a historic $1.5 billion (2.2 trillion won) contract with Morocco’s National Railways Office (ONCF) to supply double-decker trains, marking the largest order ever secured by the South Korean company. The agreement, announced on Wednesday, underscores a significant step in......
From Madrid to Barcelona, Spain’s vibrant economy is evident in bustling restaurants, packed hotels, and a thriving service sector. Recognized by The Economist as the world’s best-performing economy in 2024, Spain’s success is attributed in part to a distinctive migration policy that......
Morocco is preparing to tap international debt markets with a new euro-denominated bond issuance, its first since 2023, to help finance an ambitious infrastructure development program ahead of co-hosting the 2030 FIFA World Cup. Finance Minister Nadia Fettah Alaoui emphasized the country's current......
