The recent barometer on Italian investment in Spain reveals strong optimism among Italian companies regarding their presence in the Spanish market. Key highlights include:
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Strategic Presence: 94% of Italian companies in Spain view their operations as strategic, with 71% anticipating growth in turnover and investments, and 47% considering workforce expansion.
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Long-Term Commitment: A remarkable 93% of respondents plan to continue their operations in Spain over the next five years.
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Business Climate Confidence: The average business climate rating is 3.3 out of 5, with 59% of companies rating it as good or excellent. Quality of life scores even higher at 3.8 out of 5.
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Significant Economic Role: Italy is the fifth-largest foreign investor in Spain, accounting for 7.7% of foreign capital, with investments exceeding 46.7 billion euros.
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Investment Trends: Although there was a slowdown in 2025 due to geopolitical concerns, over the last decade, Italian investments in Spain reached nearly 8 billion euros, primarily in the energy sector.
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Job Creation: Italian investments contributed to maintaining over 126,000 jobs in 2024, with Spain also seen as a gateway to Latin America.
Overall, the study underscores the robust economic ties between Italy and Spain, highlighting both confidence and future growth potential in this investment relationship.
