7,500 new jobseekers in August, lowest number of unemployed since 2008
Almost 339,000 people out of work last month in Catalonia
September 4, 2023 09:21 AM
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Business & economic news from Barcelona and Catalonia
August inflation sees increase in Spain up to 2.6%
Core inflation down slightly but remains relatively high at 6.1%
August 30, 2023 10:50 AM
Barcelona airport inaugurates new direct flight to Chinese city of Shenzhen
Route will fly twice weekly, while mayor says new addition shows need to expand airport
August 28, 2023 02:08 PM
Tourism industry closes 'really positive' summer season in Catalonia
29% more accommodation bookings in Catalonia, far above Spanish average
August 28, 2023 11:28 AM
Barcelona once again second-best European city for startups
Catalan Capital ranked behind Berlin and ahead of Amsterdam, Paris, and Lisbon
August 21, 2023 01:52 PM
Stepping away from 'safe paths' to see annual turnovers of €11M at age 22
Nude Project, The Ker, or Nora Real Food among Barcelona's young and successful entrepreneurs
August 18, 2023 05:00 PM
Catalan exports up 14.5% YoY in first two quarters to over €53.2bn
Record-high almost €200bn in sales abroad across Spain
August 17, 2023 10:51 AM
Landlords with 5 or more properties will have to limit rents according to index
Measure expected to promote affordable housing as rent law could come into effect this month
August 16, 2023 05:00 PM
Inflation rises to 2.3% in July due to increased fuel prices
Food, non-alcoholic beverages, and tourism more expensive than a year ago
August 11, 2023 09:16 AM
Catalan start-up uses wireless technology to transform electric mobility charging
Company is seeking to raise €1M to expand laboratories
August 10, 2023 11:09 AM
Barcelona tourist flat owners expect better relationship with new council after ex-mayor's 'persecution'
Neighborhood association calls for more oversight as business association reaches out to Collboni
August 8, 2023 11:00 AM
Barcelona airport security workers call off strike after reaching agreement with employer
Deal includes bonuses for speaking foreign languages but not parking passes
August 8, 2023 09:17 AM
Barcelona airport security workers do not think mediation efforts will prevent strike
Indefinite protest set to start on August 10
August 7, 2023 01:09 PM
Travel agencies warn of rise in accommodation booking platform scams, including on Airbnb
ACAVE association calls for more oversight as customers lose upfront payments and go through "arduous" claims processes
August 4, 2023 11:51 AM
Barcelona to host ICE, world's largest gaming tech event, from 2025
Trade show moving to Catalan capital after 12 years in London
August 3, 2023 02:57 PM
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