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Economy, finance, and commercial developments in the region.

Business•3 Related•Aug 07, 2026 • 13:00

Andorra Nears Approval of Fuel Price Relief Regulation

Andorran officials are set to approve a regulation enabling temporary subsidies that cut petrol and diesel prices at pumps. The system verifies reductions to shield consumers from global surges tied to the Iran conflict.

Business•2 Related•Aug 07, 2026 • 05:46

Andorra's property market saw an 11.8% decline in transactions during Q2 2026 compared to the previous year

. Non-residents faced sharper drops, while corporate buys plummeted and surface areas contracted significantly.

Business•2 Related•Aug 06, 2026 • 19:30

Andorra Public Housing Hits 153 Units Housing 253 Amid Surging Demand

Andorra's public housing program now serves 253 residents in 153 units out of 209 flats, with allocations tripling since mid-2023. Diverse tenants benefit as demand grows, supported by updated rules boosting favorable outcomes to 32%.

Business•4 Related•Aug 06, 2026 • 16:30

Andorra Hotel Occupancy Hits 70.13% in July, Up Nearly 4 Points

Andorra's hotels saw a strong rebound with occupancy surpassing 70% last month, fueled by stakeholder collaboration and the country's summer attractions. August trends will shape the season's success amid ongoing efforts to balance visitor flow.

Business•2 Related•Aug 06, 2026 • 11:30

Andorra Property Deals Plunge 35% in Q2 2026 to 1,090

Andorra's real estate market cooled sharply, with deal volume across all categories declining amid fewer purchases by residents and non-residents. Despite lower volumes, residents boosted spending while apartment prices saw minimal gains.

Business•4 Related•Aug 05, 2026 • 12:30

Andorra Customs Revenues Drop 8.3% in July on Tobacco Slump

Andorra's customs collections declined sharply in July, driven by a 23.9% drop in tobacco taxes amid ongoing volume challenges. Fuel and beverage taxes also fell, though other goods provided a modest offset. Year-to-date revenues are down 6.6%.

Business•3 Related•Aug 04, 2026 • 14:30

Andorra's FEDA Sets Mid-2027 Deadline for L'Hospitalet Hydro Plant Expansion Project

FEDA director Sílvia Calvó announced a preliminary project detailing costs for expanding the L'Hospitalet hydroelectric plant will be complete by mid-2027, in partnership with French firm EDF. This addresses peak winter demand while progress continues on a 2029 Spain power link.

Business•4 Related•Aug 04, 2026 • 12:15

Massana Workers' Union Affiliates with Andorran Trade Union Confederation

The affiliation marks a milestone for USdA's expansion into municipal administrations, enabling shared resources and unified advocacy. It will pursue talks with Massana officials to resolve labor disputes through negotiation.

Business•3 Related•Aug 04, 2026 • 11:45

Andorra Shuts Down 2026 Digitalisation Programme After €500K Fully Allocated to 178 Firms

Andorra's government closed its 2026 Business Digitalisation Programme after exhausting the €500,000 budget on 178 companies seeking AI tools, websites, and automation amid overwhelming demand from small businesses.

Business•4 Related•Aug 04, 2026 • 11:45

Statistics show a decline in daily visitors and commuters, with floating population averaging 936,521 monthly

. Equivalent full-time population slightly increased amid lower seasonal demand on services.

Business•4 Related•Aug 04, 2026 • 11:45

Andorra Sees Purchasing Power Rise, Poverty Drop in 2025 Survey

Andorra's 2025 living conditions survey reveals a 10% income boost and lower poverty rates, credited to minimum wage increases and free buses, though deprivation and inequality ticked up slightly.

Business•3 Related•Aug 03, 2026 • 19:00

Andbank's digital platform Myandbank provides attractive 3% interest on deposits through December 2026

. New users receive it automatically for a year, while existing ones can access it by depositing fresh funds, all managed via the app.

Business•3 Related•Aug 03, 2026 • 16:45

Ordino Delegation to Visit Alps for Year-Round Tourism Strategies

A group from Andorra's Ordino parish and local businesses plans an end-of-September trip to Alpine areas. They seek models for balancing ski and summer tourism while protecting natural spaces from mass visitation fueled by social media.

Business•3 Related•Aug 03, 2026 • 11:45

Andorra Public Administration Hits Record 330,129 Procedures in 2025

Public procedures reached a record high, driven by gains in both traditional and digital channels. Electronic filings rose sharply, comprising over a third of total volume, while in-person activity focused on vehicles and licenses.

Business•3 Related•Aug 03, 2026 • 11:45

Andorra Inflation Rises to 4.3% in July on Transport Costs

Provisional data indicate a slight uptick in Andorra's inflation, surpassing rates in neighboring Spain and France, with transport prices pushing the increase despite monthly declines in other sectors.

Business•4 Related•Aug 02, 2026 • 12:15

Portugal's Consul in Andorra Pushes for Business Delegations to Boost Trade

Portugal's consul general in Andorra calls for reciprocal trade missions to expand economic ties. Opportunities span tourism training, bike exports, premium foods, and construction amid recent high-level discussions.

Business•4 Related•Aug 02, 2026 • 11:45

Escaldes-Engordany Approves €5,072 Grants for 23 Small Businesses

Parish council granted €5,071.60 in tax relief to qualifying local shops and outlets from 34 applicants, extending a program started last year to bolster economic vitality.

Business•2 Related•Aug 01, 2026 • 06:46

Worker Injured in Fall from Ladder at El Tarter Construction Site

Emergency services rushed to a construction site in El Tarter after a worker fell from a ladder, sustaining non-life-threatening injuries. He was taken to hospital as officials probe the incident.

Business•2 Related•Jul 31, 2026 • 14:30

Andorra Launches Tender for Police Building Facade Renovation in Escaldes-Engordany

The government seeks bids to rehabilitate facades at the Obac police building, replacing inefficient elements to stop leaks, enhance energy efficiency, and align with national sustainability standards. The effort supports broader public infrastructure modernisation.

Business•3 Related•Jul 30, 2026 • 18:15

Ordino Parish Posts €1.6M Surplus in 2025 Budget Despite Pending €5M Deficit

Ordino parish council approved its 2025 budget with a €1.6 million surplus, but officials note this masks a €5 million deficit once unpaid investments are accounted for. Revenues grew modestly amid inflation pressures, with warnings of future shortfalls.

Business•4 Related•Jul 30, 2026 • 18:00

Andorra Awards 50-Year Concession to Bluebox for Reviving Edifici dels Pouets

Andorra la Vella's council has greenlit a €2.7 million project by Bluebox to repurpose the long-abandoned Edifici dels Pouets into storage units, rehearsal rooms, and a future climbing gym, ensuring sustained revenue for the municipality.

Business•2 Related•Jul 30, 2026 • 17:45

MoraBanc Hosts First Banking Hackathon with 50 Young Talents in Andorra

MoraBanc organized its inaugural banking hackathon in Andorra la Vella, where multidisciplinary teams developed innovative solutions for client onboarding, AI-driven operations, customer attraction, and financial literacy. Pitches impressed the executive committee.

Business•3 Related•Jul 30, 2026 • 17:45