Latest articles from Jules Stewart

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Madrid hits an FDI sweet spot

Madrid is enjoying an FDI boom thanks to its stability, a resurgence in the property market, and interest from Chinese investors.

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Basque businesses eye a post-Brexit UK

Spain’s Basque Country is taking steps to cement links with the UK, the fourth biggest market for its services

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Madrid region acts as FDI magnet

Spain's capital region of Madrid continues to lead the country's return to prosperity after the crisis of 2008 thanks to its favourable business climate and pool of talent. Now the challenge is to bring leisure industry investment into line to keep up with soaring tourist numbers. 

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San Sebastián looks to cash in on a culture of investment

Its stint as European City of Culture in 2016 should give San Sebastián a boost in tourism numbers, but it will also give the Spanish city an opportunity to showcase its skilled workforce and R&D excellence.

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Spain's star: what makes Navarre an Iberian investment hotspot?

The Spanish region of Navarre had a bumper year for FDI in 2014 and is outpacing the national average for GDP growth. Jules Stewart finds out what is behind the impressive numbers

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Spanish regional elections end in indecision

Spain's June regional elections saw the country's two major parties lose votes, with most regions failing to choose a majority party.

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Madrid leads Spain's FDI recovery

Spain's economic success stories have been thin on the ground since the onset of the global financial crisis, but that is changing, with capital city Madrid leading the country's charge across the hi-tech, transport and real estate sectors.

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Spain's AENA announces privatisation plan

Spanish airport operator AENA is being privatised in what is set to be the largest initial public offering in Europe this year.

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Built on FDI: Spain's economic recovery story

After years of struggle, Spain's economy seems to have turned a corner. This is in no small part down to its burgeoning FDI markets, particularly in the financial services, property, manufacturing and construction sectors.

High-speed rail plan set to boost Spain and Basque Country

High-speed rail plan set to boost Spain and Basque Country

The ambitious Basque Y high-speed rail link connecting Spain's Basque Country with the rest of Europe will open up opportunities for investors in the region, improving freight transport and reducing costs. 

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