SMEs & Freelancers
Ángel Estrada joins the CNMV as new councillor
Ángel Estrada is appointed as the new councillor of the CNMV, while Mariano Bacigalupo renews for two more years.
Bank of Spain
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Companies
The Bank of Spain warns that one million homes will be needed by 2028
The Bank of Spain alerts about the need for one million homes by 2028 due to a deficit of 755,000 since 2021.
SMEs & Freelancers
Consumer credit growth in Spain reaches 12.6% in July
Consumer credit in Spain grows by 12.6% in July 2026, surpassing €100 billion. Despite uncertainty, consumer confidence drives applications.
Economy
Mortgage payments will rise by an average of 100 euros per month in Málaga
The euribor closes August at 2.95%, with average mortgage payments in Málaga rising by about 108 euros monthly.
Política
Madrid hands over Torre Arias Estate to the Bank of Spain for 75 years for a study centre
Madrid City Council grants the Torre Arias Estate to the Bank of Spain for 75 years for a study centre, keeping green areas open to the public.
Economy
Galo Nuño leaves the Bank of Spain just a year after his appointment
Galo Nuño departs from the Bank of Spain a year after his appointment. Alberto Ríos replaces him at the helm of a new general directorate.
Companies
The Bank of Spain Unifies Transparency and Conduct Following Galo Nuño's Departure
The Bank of Spain merges Transparency, Conduct, and Openness into one department after Galo Nuño's exit. Alberto Ríos will lead the new department.
Companies
The Bank of Spain establishes the International Cooperation Institute (ICIBE)
The Bank of Spain establishes the International Cooperation Institute (ICIBE), chaired by Soledad Núñez, to coordinate and enhance its external activities.
Companies
Extremadura's rural banks double their business volume in a decade
Extremadura's rural banks double their business volume in a decade, holding 17.8% of the regional credit market, according to the Bank of Spain.
Economy
Spanish public debt falls to 100.2% of GDP in May 2026
Spanish public debt falls to 100.2% of GDP in May 2026, at €1.72 trillion, according to the Bank of Spain.
Companies
Málaga banks refund €74,363 to clients after claims in 2025
Málaga banks refunded €74,363 to clients in 2025 after 364 estimated claims. Card and transfer fraud lead complaints.
Startups
14.4% of Homes in Spain Are Vacant: 3.8 Million Opportunities for Startups
14.4% of homes in Spain are vacant: 3.8 million opportunities for startups.