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Economy, finance, and commercial developments in the region.

Business•4 Related•Apr 05, 2026 • 07:16

FEDA Group Posts €25.4M Profit in 2025, Nearly Matching Record Year

All subsidiaries achieved positive results amid stable import prices, bolstering funds for energy transition projects like new hydroelectric and wind initiatives.

Business•3 Related•Apr 05, 2026 • 06:46

Andorra Import Customs Revenues Drop 5.8% to €51.9M in Q1 2025

Tobacco sales led the decline with a 10.5% fall, while beverages dropped 19.5%; fuel eased 4.2% but 'other goods' rose 1.5% after road reopening.

Business•3 Related•Apr 05, 2026 • 06:17

Andorra's Net External Assets Surge 7.4% to €5.1 Billion in Q4 2025

Liquidity and credit to private sectors expanded amid reduced liabilities, while full-year government budget posted €88 million surplus driven by robust tax revenues.

Business•2 Related•Apr 03, 2026 • 18:46

Albert Moles Retires as FEDA General Director After 38 Years

Successor Sílvia Calvó calls him 'almost irreplaceable' for his visionary leadership in modernising Andorra's power grid, with tributes praising his lasting legacy in energy infrastructure.

Business•2 Related•Apr 03, 2026 • 12:01

Andorra Opens Applications for Visura Ciutadana Citizen Oversight Renewal

Andorra has opened applications to renew Visura Ciutadana, a citizen oversight panel for unaffiliated residents. Up to 10 members will be selected by lottery for two-year terms to feed public concerns into policymaking.

Business•3 Related•Apr 02, 2026 • 18:46

Pas de la Casa Retail Recovers Slowly Post-Road Reopening, Lags Pre-Closure Levels

French shoppers return modestly amid weather woes and competition from Spanish outlets, while hotels maintain strong Easter occupancy above last year.

Business•5 Related•Apr 02, 2026 • 06:17

Andorra's March CPI Hits 4.1%, Highest in Two Years on Fuel Surge

Transport and housing costs soar amid global oil spikes, outpacing inflation in Spain and France as residents tighten budgets.

Business•5 Related•Apr 01, 2026 • 20:01

Andorra Fuel Importers Urge Tax Relief as Middle East Conflict Drives Up Pump Prices

Assidca presses government for support to counter rising Brent crude costs and maintain price edge over Spain, amid warnings of supply chain surcharges and inflation risks.

Business•4 Related•Apr 01, 2026 • 19:16

Andorra Housing Union Slams Rental Deregulation as 'Expulsion Law' Threatening 49% of Population

Housing union slams rental deregulation as 'expulsion law' threatening 49% of population, proposes rent controls and eviction bans; first-time buyer aid for 14 families criticized for missing low.

Business•5 Related•Apr 01, 2026 • 06:32

Andorra's Economy Grows 3.9%, Posts €88M Surplus, Beats Neighbors

Andorra achieved robust economic growth and a substantial budget surplus, fueled by sector diversification and prudent fiscal policies. Officials highlight low public debt and upcoming social housing investments while noting global risks.

Business•4 Related•Apr 01, 2026 • 06:32

Andorra Housing Union Slams Rental Deregulation as 'Expulsion Law', Vows Parish-by-Parish Protests

SHA warns plan could displace up to 49% of population by 2030, with rents rising 47% and no real protections, proposing indefinite contracts tied to index instead.

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

Andorra Telecom Reports €29.2M Profit in 2025, Up €2.4M from 2024

Revenues hit €84.5M with key investments in 10GPON fibre, 5G expansion to 91% coverage, and digital innovations boosting customer satisfaction to 8.06.

Business•4 Related•Mar 31, 2026 • 09:01

Andorra Union Slams 'Structural Inequality' in Private Sector Labor Rights Defense

USdA highlights lack of funding and structures for worker committees amid Constitutional Court ruling affirming full judicial access, urging government for institutional aid to bolster unions.

Business•4 Related•Mar 30, 2026 • 16:46

La Massana Parish Council Approves 2025 Budget with €1.89M Surplus from Surging Property Taxes

Revenues hit €23.5M driven by 86% jump in transfer taxes to €3.5M amid booming home sales, while spending fell 4.4% with reduced capital outlays and construction quotas aiding sustainable growth.

Business•2 Related•Mar 30, 2026 • 07:47

Ingeni Coworking Grants AUTEA Fixed Office Space in Expanded Partnership

Ingeni Coworking grants AUTEA fixed office space at its Andorra sites, enabling a shift to direct care and technician training as the autism group grows to 9 staff and 200+ beneficiaries.

Business•4 Related•Mar 29, 2026 • 22:01

Andorran Fuel Importers Warn Government of Losing Edge to Cheaper Spanish Stations

Presenting data on narrowing price gaps after Spain's tax cuts, importers urge tax reductions to maintain competitiveness amid rising global oil prices, as officials pledge review.

Business•3 Related•Mar 29, 2026 • 17:31

Andorra Public Sector Workers Face Payroll Delays and Job Classification Disputes

Unions urge scrutiny of payslips amid incomplete salary updates and over 170 review requests following court rulings on flawed evaluations.

Business•5 Related•Mar 29, 2026 • 07:31

Fire Destroys €15M Refurbished Aigua Pura Bottling Plant in Arinsal After 2 Days

A massive fire razed the entire 4,000 sqm Aigua Pura bottling plant in Arinsal, La Massana, after 48 hours of firefighting amid fierce winds. The €15M renovated facility, empty and awaiting permits, suffered total loss with no casualties.

Business•2 Related•Mar 28, 2026 • 07:32

MoraBanc Group Registers BEF Name Change to MoraBanc in Spain

The rebranding completes the acquisition from Unicaja S.A. and is supported by key governance hires, advancing full banking operations by 2027.

Business•2 Related•Mar 28, 2026 • 07:32

Andorran businessman appeals suspended sentence for child support non-payment

Former 'Cas Pujol' probe suspect claims financial collapse prevented €450 monthly payments, while prosecutors cite his luxury lifestyle as evidence against insolvency.

Business•5 Related•Mar 28, 2026 • 06:31

Andorra la Vella Reviews Terra Vella Housing Bid After Failed Tender as Communes Report Surpluses Amid Opposition Push

Officials review proposal after failed prior tender, as communes report surpluses amid opposition push for direct public housing funding over private partnerships.

Business•2 Related•Mar 28, 2026 • 06:31

Red Eléctrica Begins €7.73M 220kV Substation Upgrade at Adrall for Andorra Link

The project introduces gas-insulated switchgear to boost grid reliability in La Seu d'Urgell and enable a new double-circuit line enhancing Spain-Andorra electricity exchange.

Business•5 Related•Mar 27, 2026 • 19:31

Andorra Fuel Importers Warn Government of Shrinking Price Edge Over Spain Amid Oil Crisis

Rising Middle East oil costs and Madrid's tax cuts erode tourist sales and state revenue, prompting urgent talks with Economy Minister for potential relief measures.

Business•4 Related•Mar 27, 2026 • 06:32

Canillo Proposes €115K Maze for Soldeu Ski Area to Boost Summer Tourism

Ordino expands campervan parking with resident spots and seasonal sites amid rising demand, while La Comella residents protest new terraced homes over environmental concerns.

Business•2 Related•Mar 27, 2026 • 06:32

Clara Arpa of UN Global Compact Spain delivers keynote on sustainability's role in corporate

Clara Arpa of UN Global Compact Spain keynoted on sustainability's role in corporate competitiveness at MoraBanc's ESG event, followed by a roundtable on regulatory and investment challenges.