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Economy, finance, and commercial developments in the region.

Business•4 Related•Mar 21, 2026 • 16:01

Fitch Affirms Andorra's A- Sovereign Rating with Stable Outlook

Agency cites low public debt projected at 30.9% of GDP in 2025, robust banking sector, and strong growth amid global uncertainties, while noting challenges from energy dependence and demographics.

Business•2 Related•Mar 21, 2026 • 06:16

Andorra Tobacco Classification Ends with 150,000kg of High-Quality Leaf Despite Challenges

Andorra's tobacco classification at Borda Mateu ended with 150,000kg high-quality leaf despite challenges like diseased plants and aging workforce.

Business•5 Related•Mar 20, 2026 • 07:01

Andorra Approves Labour Reforms Boosting Worker Representation and Protections

Andorra's General Council unanimously approves Labour Relations Law reforms extending delegate rights to firms up to 30 employees, adding candidate dismissal safeguards amid low prior rule adoption.

Business•4 Related•Mar 20, 2026 • 07:01

Andorra Retail Sales Drop 4.4% in January 2026 Amid Fuel and Food Declines

Large commercial surfaces bucked the trend with 3.8% growth driven by non-food items, while overall employment contracted 4.7% year-on-year.

Business•2 Related•Mar 20, 2026 • 06:32

Andorran Taxi Association Expels Four Members for Using Uber

The move, approved by secret ballot at a tense assembly, cuts dispatch access and sparks legal challenges from drivers alleging discrimination and rights violations.

Business•3 Related•Mar 20, 2026 • 06:31

Andorra Broadband Subscribers Hit 44,366 in Feb 2026, Up 2.8% YoY Amid Telecom Growth

Mobile users reach 134,351 with 3.9% rise, internet traffic surges 6.7%, while voice calls plunge 15.6% signaling shift to data services.

Business•2 Related•Mar 19, 2026 • 22:16

Tiffany's Price Hike Lesson: Can't Be Everything to Be Something, Says IESE Professor

Ricard Gil urges brands to make tough trade-offs for clear positioning and honest self-assessment to thrive in competitive markets, drawing on the jeweler's strategy to protect its luxury identity.

Business•3 Related•Mar 19, 2026 • 19:31

Andorra Approves Auto-Cancellation of Inactive Tourist Housing Registrations

Properties unused for 12 months will be removed from HUT and EGHUT registers starting April 17 to enhance tourism oversight and redirect to residential market, with over 100 eligible now.

Business•3 Related•Mar 19, 2026 • 19:31

Andorran Municipal Workers Demand Salary Updates and Uniform Conditions After Second Meeting

Representatives from four parishes highlight disparities in pay scales, hours, and unfulfilled traffic agent law implementation, planning broader coordination in April.

Business•2 Related•Mar 19, 2026 • 14:31

Andorra Approves Labour Code Reform to Boost Worker Representation

The unanimous reform introduces company delegates for small firms, enhances protections for candidates, and promotes social dialogue amid calls from opposition for broader changes.

Business•5 Related•Mar 19, 2026 • 07:01

Andorra Mortgage Lending Surges 38% to 832M Euros in 2025

New residential loans rose 37.5% with average sizes up 20%, while government's first-home program aids eight families with guarantees up to 570K euros.

Business•4 Related•Mar 19, 2026 • 06:30

Digital channels now handle 40% of customer transactions, up 12% year-over-year, with 72% of users active

72% of Andorra Telecom customers have active digital accounts, with app leading recharges and eSIM activations; AI and 2FA enhancements planned.

Business•2 Related•Mar 19, 2026 • 06:01

HR Executive Sues Andorran Retail Group for Depression After Abrupt Demotion

A 24-year HR veteran claims her removal from leadership triggered severe mental health issues, seeking reinstatement and damages in Batllia court.

Business•2 Related•Mar 18, 2026 • 15:31

Pas de la Casa Merchants Report Normal Activity After RN-20 Reopening, No Sales Recovery

Merchants in Pas de la Casa saw expected footfall after the RN-20 road to France reopened, but poor weather and no sales boost failed to offset.

Business•5 Related•Mar 18, 2026 • 07:16

Housing Minister Defends Andorra Rent Unfreezing Bill Amid Debate

Conxita Marsol backs legislation allowing controlled rent hikes on 7,000 legacy contracts, with minor tweaks expected despite landlord and union.

Business•2 Related•Mar 18, 2026 • 07:16

Andorra's Jordana Concludes CEB Board Meeting in Warsaw

Lorena Jordana attended the Council of Europe Development Bank's annual joint meeting, focusing on social impact investments in housing, health, and.

Business•3 Related•Mar 17, 2026 • 17:31

37th Trobada Empresarial al Pirineu Opens June 11 with Global Economy Focus

Nearly 900 leaders from Catalonia and Andorra gather in La Seu d’Urgell to discuss geopolitical tensions, supply chain disruptions, and tech shifts.

Business•3 Related•Mar 17, 2026 • 15:32

Andorra Electricity Demand Rises 3% to 69,209 MWh in January 2026

Andorra's electricity consumption grew 3% year-on-year to 69,209 MWh in January 2026, driven by higher imports despite falling domestic production.

Business•4 Related•Mar 17, 2026 • 13:46

Andorra Fines Eviction Abuser €100K, Plans €30M Public Housing Boost

Housing Minister Conxita Marsol confirms record fine for fake family eviction scam and announces €30 million surplus allocation to acquire 200.

Business•4 Related•Mar 17, 2026 • 08:00

Mortgage approvals in Andorra hit a historic high of 1,064 in 2025, surging 38.4% from 2024 amid booming

Residential loans drove the surge with 961 approvals and average values rising 20% to €401,591 amid booming property market. Total volume doubled to €831.7 million, fueled by looser bank lending.

Business•3 Related•Mar 16, 2026 • 22:00

Ski-driven demand from Spain and France propelled near-record occupancies, with higher prices boosting

profitability despite prioritizing quality over volume.

Business•3 Related•Mar 16, 2026 • 17:46

Black Horse Partners Partners with Josep Carreras Foundation for Leukaemia Patient Housing

Andorran-Catalan property firm BHP teams up with the Josep Carreras Leukaemia Foundation to expand free apartments for bone marrow transplant.

Business•3 Related•Mar 16, 2026 • 13:46

Andorra Launches €125,000 Grants for Poctefa Cross-Border Research

The government boosts research with a 25% increased fund for Andorran entities in INTERREG VI-A Poctefa 2026 projects, prioritizing sustainability,.

Business•4 Related•Mar 16, 2026 • 12:31

Andorra's annual inflation rose to 3.1% in February from 2.6% in January, driven by transport and

Consumer prices increased 0.5% monthly, driven by transport and miscellaneous services, while underlying inflation hit 3.7%. The rate surpassed Spain's 2.3% and France's 0.9% annually.

Business•2 Related•Mar 16, 2026 • 07:31

Andorra's OSCEPA Head to Discuss Electronic Trust and Digital Wallet

Marta Osuna will spotlight OSCEPA's role in secure digital identities and Andorra's Digital Wallet at the free 'El Teler Daurat' event on March 18.