Business

Economy, finance, and commercial developments in the region.

Business•2 Related•Jun 10, 2026 • 22:01

Andorra Launches Pilot Hiring 450 Non-EU Workers for Winter Hospitality Shortages

Andorra introduces a pilot program this winter to hire 450 non-EU workers directly for hospitality, tackling seasonal shortages with strict return rules and employer obligations. Business leaders support it, while unions urge fixes for deeper problems.

Business•4 Related•Jun 10, 2026 • 21:30

Andorra Launches €21.6M Tender for 150 Affordable Rental Flats

Andorra seeks buildings with 150 flats via public tender, prioritizing near-ready properties in central areas to rapidly expand public rental housing.

Business•2 Related•Jun 10, 2026 • 19:00

Andorra Helpline Handles 40+ Queries in 2 Days on Rent Law Extensions

Andorra's government introduces a phone line and online resource to clarify the new gradual rent unfreezing law, effective 2027-2030, amid housing tensions.

Business•3 Related•Jun 10, 2026 • 15:30

Andorra Business Celebrates 15 Companies Completing Sixth Growth Programme

Fifteen Andorran companies graduated from Andorra Business's intensive sixth Growth Programme, gaining expert mentoring to enhance competitiveness and drive national economic growth.

Business•2 Related•Jun 10, 2026 • 07:00

Spanish Office Invalidates Andorra Health Service's 'Programa de ayuda al triaje' Trademark

Andorra's public health service SAAS suffers another IP loss as Spain's OEPM invalidates its triage software trademark amid dispute with ex-ED head Dr. Gómez Jiménez.

Business•3 Related•Jun 10, 2026 • 06:33

NYU Professor Johannes Stroebel Wins International Calvó Armengol Prize in Andorra

The finance professor received the €30,000 biennial award for his pioneering studies on social networks' impact on economic outcomes. His work emphasizes cross-class connections for greater mobility and societal cohesion.

Business•3 Related•Jun 10, 2026 • 06:30

Creand Crèdit Andorrà Appoints Ángel Fernández-Pola Martínez as Independent Director

Ángel Fernández-Pola Martínez brings 20+ years at Santander in investment, capital markets, retail, and global banking, plus current roles at Miraltabank and Previsión Sanitaria Nacional.

Business•4 Related•Jun 10, 2026 • 06:00

Andorra Launches Pilot to Hire 450 Non-EU Hospitality Workers This Winter

Andorra's government introduces a pilot scheme enabling hospitality firms to recruit 450 experienced non-EU workers directly, offering contracts up to nine months to ease chronic staffing shortages amid mixed stakeholder reactions.

Business•3 Related•Jun 09, 2026 • 10:45

Pensioner Candidates Clash on CASS Board Powers in Andorra Debate

Candidates for pensioner seats on Andorra's CASS board sparred over their authority in a pre-election debate, agreeing on the need for system overhaul but splitting on oversight powers and funding solutions like higher contributions or new revenues.

Business•3 Related•Jun 08, 2026 • 22:45

Andorra Retail Leaders Discuss Globalisation at CCIS, Inspired by Casa Cintet Book

Historic Andorran retailers at CCIS event call for agility and unique branding to counter globalisation's sameness, drawing lessons from a new book on pioneering merchant Casa Cintet.

Business•2 Related•Jun 08, 2026 • 09:30

E.Leclerc Hiper Andorra Opens Innovative Mercat Local with Job Fair

E.Leclerc Hiper Andorra opens Mercat Local at Centre Comercial EO!, blending traditional market stalls with digital features and low prices, plus a June 11 job fair for locals.

Business•3 Related•Jun 07, 2026 • 21:00

Andorra la Vella Awards €77K Geotech Contract for Espai Capital Site Studies on Prada Casadet Plot

Andorra la Vella awarded Geotech SL €76,958 for geotechnical studies on Prada Casadet plot for Espai Capital, assessing soil stability via boreholes over 10 weeks.

Business•3 Related•Jun 06, 2026 • 06:18

La Querola Luxury Complex Nears Completion in Andorra After 20 Years

Promoters showcased the near-complete Ordino development to buyers, highlighting its iconic design and sales progress despite delays and debates.

Business•2 Related•Jun 06, 2026 • 06:17

Andorra Expands Hiring-at-Origin Strategy to Tackle Hotel Labor Shortages

Andorra's Justice Secretary Joan León plans to scale up a pilot program recruiting overseas workers for the hotel industry, addressing labor gaps through safe, legal channels and global partnerships.

Business•2 Related•Jun 05, 2026 • 12:15

Andorra Digital Hosts Cloud Services Event with AWS, Microsoft, Google

Andorra Digital launches an official catalogue of cloud services emphasising security and sovereignty. The event unites sector reps and experts to explore AI data solutions and digital trends from top providers.

Business•4 Related•Jun 05, 2026 • 07:30

Andorra Upgrades GDP Growth Forecast to 2.6% in 2026 Amid Resilience

Andorra's statistics department upgraded its 2026-2031 outlook, projecting 2.6% real GDP growth in 2026 (up from 1.7%), plus gains in employment, wages, inflation, and exports amid global resilience.

Business•2 Related•Jun 05, 2026 • 07:02

Andorran Business Confederation Awards Return for Sixth Edition on September 17

The Andorran Business Confederation revives its prestigious awards gala, featuring updated categories like Women Entrepreneur to highlight female leaders amid evolving equality norms.

Business•2 Related•Jun 05, 2026 • 07:01

4 Andorran Startups Excel in Train French Tech 2026 with Andorra Business Aid

Four innovative firms, backed by Andorra Business, pitched to investors on the journey and at South Summit, with Praams reaching the grand final.

Business•4 Related•Jun 05, 2026 • 07:01

Andorra Telecom Prepares 3G Shutdown from October 2026 After 4G/5G Pilots

Andorra Telecom prepares 3G shutdown from Oct 2026 after successful 4G/5G pilots in La Massana and Ordino, urging users to check device compatibility.

Business•2 Related•Jun 05, 2026 • 07:00

Andbank Launches Catholic-Aligned Andbank Omnes Fund with Ethical Filters and Two Compartments

Andbank launched Andbank Omnes, an in-house managed Catholic-aligned fund using USCCB and Italian guidelines' filters for two compartments: preservation via fixed income and growth via global.

Business•2 Related•Jun 04, 2026 • 13:31

INH Launches 24/7 Channels to Aid Tenants Pressured into Pre-Rent Thaw Contracts

New chatbot, WhatsApp, and FAQ services guide renters facing steep hikes, with director urging legal consultation for potentially invalid agreements amid surging inquiries.

Business•2 Related•Jun 04, 2026 • 13:31

Andorra Approves Gradual End to Rental Extension Freeze Amid Political Divide

The law introduces time-based gradualism and new contract safeguards to ease the housing crisis without abrupt changes, despite opposition fears of instability for thousands of tenants.

Business•2 Related•Jun 04, 2026 • 13:00

Andorra Awards Activa't Certificates to Five Young Participants in Youth Employability Program

The sixth edition featured training, guidance, and placements at local firms in retail, manufacturing, and more, supporting 40 youths since 2021 to boost job market entry.

Business•4 Related•Jun 04, 2026 • 06:35

Andorra Pension Chiefs Warn of Lost Year, Urge Swift Reform as Costs Soar

Pension leaders Jordi Cinca and Marc Galabert told lawmakers another year was lost without reform. They project doubling pensioners by 2040, demanding action on births, immigration, and contributions to avert crisis.

Business•4 Related•Jun 04, 2026 • 06:34

Andorra Pension Leaders Warn of Lost Year on Reform as Viability Risks Grow

Andorra's pension fund and social security presidents voiced frustration before lawmakers over stalled reforms amid intensifying demographic pressures and narrowing financial margins.