Business

Economy, finance, and commercial developments in the region.

Business•2 Related•Apr 16, 2026 • 06:31

76-Year-Old Basque Businessman on Trial for Death Threats Against Ex-Business Partner

Incident erupted during 2021 board meeting amid divorce tensions and corporate disputes; prosecution seeks suspended sentence, defense demands acquittal citing lack of evidence.

Business•2 Related•Apr 16, 2026 • 06:31

Key speakers including Minister Conxita Marsol, AI expert Pau Llambí, and digital assets specialist Alberto

MoraBanc's fourth Financial and Technological Innovation Day at Auditori MoraBanc drew over 100 attendees to discuss digital transformation, agentic AI, bitcoin trends, and financial innovation.

Business•4 Related•Apr 15, 2026 • 20:46

Andorra Opens Applications for Social Housing Flats, Approves Home Guarantees, Pauses Renovation Grants

National Housing Institute seeks tenants for four units under Housing First model until April 9; government backs 20 first-time buyers and halts Renova programme after budget overrun.

Business•2 Related•Apr 15, 2026 • 19:01

Andorra Turisme and Grandvalira Promote MICE Tourism at Toulouse's ST Business Connection Event

Hosted by Stade Toulousain rugby club at Ernest Wallon stadium, the event draws 450 business club members for conferences, roundtables, and B2B meetings to boost French partnerships.

Business•2 Related•Apr 15, 2026 • 05:46

Catalan Tobacco Wholesaler on Trial in Andorra for €950,000 Smuggling and Money Laundering

Prosecutors seek six-year sentence for 66-year-old defendant accused of supplying black market operation to Pas de la Casa shop, while co-defendants exonerate him in two-day hearing.

Business•2 Related•Apr 14, 2026 • 21:16

Andorra Court Upholds BPA Bankruptcy Liquidation, Rejects Client Appeals on Blocked Accounts

Andorra's Superior Court upholds BPA bankruptcy liquidation, rejecting client appeals on blocked accounts and requiring proof of fund legitimacy amid AML rules. Related ruling dismisses French suit.

Business•2 Related•Apr 14, 2026 • 19:01

Andorra la Vella to Revise Public Employee Salaries After Job Review

Council targets standardization of 550 positions' duties and pay amid discrepancies, while other parishes seek external consultancy and SAAS rolls out new bonuses and reduced hours.

Business•3 Related•Apr 14, 2026 • 17:16

Andorra Launches Unified Digital Platform for Business Procedures in September

The system streamlines name reservations and opening permits with real-time validation, cutting approval times by up to three months while parishes retain key authorization roles.

Business•4 Related•Apr 14, 2026 • 07:31

Andorra Boosts Primary Sector Subsidies to €4.1 Million for 2026, Up 7%

Revisions include inflation adjustments, new aid for crops and poultry, and higher premiums for pastoralism and livestock to attract young farmers and enhance local production.

Business•5 Related•Apr 14, 2026 • 07:01

Andorra Inflation Hits 4.1% in March on Surging Fuel Prices

Higher transport costs, especially fuels and lubricants, propelled Andorra's inflation to 4.1% annually in March. Core rate fell slightly to 3.6%, while neighbours Spain and France reported lower figures.

Business•5 Related•Apr 14, 2026 • 07:01

Andorra Median Salary Hits €2,166 in February, Up 5.7% Year-on-Year

Andorra's job market strengthened with median advanced salary climbing 5.7% to €2,166.05 in February. Worker numbers rose 1.7% and wage mass surged 8.1%, while unemployment eased to 237 in March.

Business•3 Related•Apr 12, 2026 • 07:31

German Brewer in Andorra Wins Bronze for 'Única Vanessa' Weißbier at Barcelona Beer Challenge

The medal qualifies the beer for a Munich pre-European round against Bavarian giants, marking a milestone for Andorra's craft beer scene amid rising artisanal drinks like FORA distillery's local gins.

Business•5 Related•Apr 11, 2026 • 06:31

Andorra Lawmakers Clash on Fuel Price Hikes from Iran Conflict

Andorran opposition criticises government inaction on fuel costs up 21% from the Iran conflict, but Finance Minister insists low taxes and free transport keep impacts manageable, favouring targeted aid over broad cuts.

Business•3 Related•Apr 11, 2026 • 06:02

Andorra Retirement Fund Ends March at €1.951 Billion Amid -1.1% Loss from Middle East Tensions

Geopolitical volatility triggers €60 million unrealised losses across diversified assets, though long-term returns remain robust at 5.8% over 12 months and exceed inflation.

Business•4 Related•Apr 11, 2026 • 06:02

Creand MD Calls 37th Trobada Empresarial al Pirineu 'More Necessary Than Ever' Amid Global Tensions

Event on 11-12 June in La Seu d'Urgell features speakers like Matteo Renzi, Josep Borrell, and Salvador Illa, with new Thursday start for better networking.

Business•5 Related•Apr 10, 2026 • 07:17

Andorra and CRG Launch International Call for Mountain Genomics Researchers

Two excellence positions leverage Andorra's high-mountain ecosystems for biodiversity and biotech research, with priority for nationals and doubled government funding announced.

Business•4 Related•Apr 10, 2026 • 07:16

Andorra Imports Surge 12% to €177.7M in March as Exports Drop 11.9%

Strong demand boosted sectors like 'Diversos' and 'Construcció', while energy imports fell sharply; jewelry exports rose sharply despite overall decline.

Business•2 Related•Apr 09, 2026 • 17:46

Andorran Entrepreneur Jordi Pont Bros, Pioneer of Premium Cigar Imports, Dies at 88

Known as 'l'home dels havans i les Montblanc,' he shaped the country's economy through his shop Comercial Pont and ventures like a popular restaurant, passing after a prolonged illness.

Business•5 Related•Apr 09, 2026 • 15:31

Andorra Apartment Prices Surge 30.65% to €7,840/m² in Q1 2026

Average sales hit €981,400 per unit amid sharp parish variations, with Escaldes-Engordany topping at €10,401/m²; rentals rise 16.2% to €27.20/m².

Business•5 Related•Apr 09, 2026 • 12:16

Andorran Businesses Warn of Shrinking Margins Amid Oil Surge and Strait of Hormuz Closure

Firms face surging transport and food costs from Middle East tensions, urging government aid as inflation hits 4.1%; Finance Minister monitors situation without immediate decisions.

Business•2 Related•Apr 09, 2026 • 11:31

Andorra Fuel Prices Surge in March Due to Iran War Disruptions

Vehicle diesel jumped over 21%, with standard at €1.493/L and premium at €1.524/L, while unleaded petrol rose 12%. Year-over-year gains persisted despite quarterly and annual declines.

Business•3 Related•Apr 09, 2026 • 07:01

Four units remain unclaimed after no families met occupancy criteria, with monthly rents ranging €327-€767

Four units remain unclaimed after no families met occupancy criteria; rents range €327-€767 based on size and household needs in Arinsal's Ribasol Ski-Park.

Business•5 Related•Apr 09, 2026 • 06:01

Andorran Government Approves €1.35M Payment to Heliport Concessionaire for Cost Overruns

Andorran government approves €1.35M to Heliports d’Andorra 360 for La Caubella heliport overruns from price hikes, earthworks, and circuit relocation on €12M project.

Business•5 Related•Apr 09, 2026 • 06:01

Andorra's Banks Report €176M Profit in 2025, Up 1% with Record Assets and Solvency

Client assets surged 21% to €113B amid robust lending growth and metrics exceeding European averages, bolstering the sector's resilience and national competitiveness.

Business•4 Related•Apr 09, 2026 • 05:31

Andorra Residents Made 26,262 Property Purchases 2016-2025, 74% by Long-Term Locals

Andorran nationals topped buyers at 45%, with parking spaces leading transaction types; first-home aid scheme approved eight applications early in 2025 amid data gaps.