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Economy, finance, and commercial developments in the region.

Business•5 Related•Mar 26, 2026 • 20:01

Andorra Plans Dynamic Tourist Tax to Combat Peak Saturation and Boost Year-Round Visits

Rates will rise in high season and ease off-peak under new law prioritizing visitor spending over volume, amid hotelier concerns over delays and logistics.

Business•5 Related•Mar 26, 2026 • 20:01

Over 100 professionals unanimously approved the 2026 budget focused on sector professionalisation and public

More than 100 real estate professionals unanimously approved AGIA's 2025 activity report, accounts, and 2026 budget focused on professionalisation and public collaboration amid legislative changes.

Business•4 Related•Mar 26, 2026 • 07:01

Andorra Relaunches €500,000 Business Digitalisation Programme for 2026 Targeting SMEs

Initiative boosts cybersecurity, AI, and restaurant software with subsidies up to 50% of costs, prioritising microenterprises amid surging applications from 39 to over 221 since 2022.

Business•5 Related•Mar 26, 2026 • 06:33

Andorra Tribunal Strikes Down Mandatory Arbitration in Labour Law as Unconstitutional

Ruling from bus operator dispute voids key provisions restricting court access, prompting government plans for urgent legislative reforms to balance swift resolutions and judicial oversight.

Business•4 Related•Mar 26, 2026 • 06:33

Canillo Parish Council Approves 2025 Accounts with €2M Surplus, Zero Debt

Revenues hit €23.4M against €21.4M expenses, funding biomass heating network and massive historical mural amid building permit suspension.

Business•3 Related•Mar 26, 2026 • 06:32

Andorran Chamber of Commerce Highlights 2025 Achievements and 2026 Priorities

Andorran Chamber of Commerce's 2025 review highlights Espai Dona i Empresa for women leaders, digital training for 280, and advocacy for EU talks and tourism labor reforms.

Business•2 Related•Mar 25, 2026 • 21:31

UN Tourism Chief Praises Andorra as Mountain Tourism Leader During Official Visit

Secretary-General Shaika Nasser Al Nuwais toured parliamentary sites, discussed sustainability challenges, and met with head of government amid World Congress on Snow, Mountain and Wellness Tourism.

Business•4 Related•Mar 25, 2026 • 20:46

Encamp Council Unveils Strict Terrace Regulations for Uniform Urban Look

New rules cap public space use, standardise designs and offer transition incentives, with vote set for Thursday and implementation from April 1.

Business•2 Related•Mar 25, 2026 • 19:16

Andorra Approves 2026 Euro Coin Minting Programme Worth 6 Million Euros

Andorra approved 2026 euro coin minting with 6M euro face value, including 7.96M circulation coins, two 2-euro commemoratives, collector sets, produced by Spain's mint for 1.19M euros.

Business•4 Related•Mar 25, 2026 • 14:01

Andorra Court Strikes Down Mandatory Arbitration in Labor Law as Unconstitutional

Ruling voids key provisions of Law 33/2018 for violating judicial access rights, enabling full review of Coopalsa bus drivers' award and prompting labor dispute reforms.

Business•3 Related•Mar 25, 2026 • 06:17

Creand Crèdit Andorrà Wins Best Digital Bank in Andorra 2026 Award

Global Banking & Finance Review awards Creand Crèdit Andorrà Best Digital Bank in Andorra 2026 for its digital transformation, with 63% of clients using digital services.

Business•2 Related•Mar 24, 2026 • 21:31

Andorra Petrol Station Sees 5-10% Customer Surge Despite Sharp Fuel Price Rises

Gasopas attributes growth to French drivers seeking cheaper fuel amid €1.55/litre local prices versus €1.99 in France, with pricing smoothed by existing stock.

Business•4 Related•Mar 24, 2026 • 21:02

Canillo Council Unveils €115,000 Human-Scale Maze to Boost Summer Tourism in Soldeu

The project, announced at a local meeting, aims to attract families and diversify attractions beyond winter skiing, alongside highway upgrades and thematic street decorations.

Business•3 Related•Mar 24, 2026 • 18:16

Applications for events, campaigns and street animations open until 24 April, aiming to boost year-round

Andorra la Vella council approved €91,250 in subsidies for 2026 projects including events, campaigns and street animations to bolster year-round economic activity and visitor appeal.

Business•2 Related•Mar 24, 2026 • 14:01

Andbus Opens Submissions for Third Andbus Solidari Forum Projects

Andorran entities have until April 30 to apply for funding and mentoring to advance high-impact social initiatives in local action or international cooperation.

Business•3 Related•Mar 24, 2026 • 06:46

Andorran Real Estate College AGIA Partners with Andtropia on Social and Environmental Projects

AGIA signed a collaboration with Andtropia in Andorra la Vella to identify impactful causes, boost NGO visibility for vulnerable groups, and expand CSR beyond real estate.

Business•4 Related•Mar 23, 2026 • 12:31

Andorra's Qualified Professionals Register Hits 3,912, Up 6.9% in 2025

Foreign nationals surpass 55% of total, Spaniards lead gains with 146 net increase; women secure 57.8% of 332 new authorisations amid drop in departures.

Business•5 Related•Mar 23, 2026 • 12:17

Andorra's Employment Rate Hits 82.4% in Q4 2025, Unemployment Steady at 1.8%

Men's employment rose sharply while women's dipped quarterly; youth unemployment surged 9.7 points from Q3, keeping Andorra's rate far below EU and neighbour averages.

Business•3 Related•Mar 23, 2026 • 12:16

Spain Slashes Fuel Taxes to Counter Middle East Crisis, Threatening Andorra's Price Edge

Spain's PM Pedro Sánchez announces €5B package cutting VAT on petrol/diesel from 21% to 10%, potentially dropping prices by 30 cents/litre amid Middle East crisis, threatening Andorra's edge.

Business•5 Related•Mar 23, 2026 • 07:16

Andorran Agricultural Fair Draws 60,000 Visitors and Boosts Local Producers

14th Andorran Agricultural Fair at Illa Carlemany drew 60,000 visitors, with 30 producers showcasing chocolates, mead, beer, crafts; Minister Casal pledged ongoing support amid 30%+ aid rise.

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 Accepts Article 28 of Revised European Social Charter

The move bolsters safeguards for employee representatives in companies, matching existing national labour laws that ban their dismissal during and after mandates. It was revealed at a Moldova-hosted event discussing social policy amid economic and climate challenges.

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.