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Spain’s €6.5bn autumn payouts arrive in two waves
BBVA pays first on 15 October; Santander and Inditex follow on 2 November. The combined total exceeds €6.5 billion, though it includes buybacks as well as dividends.
Spanish savers keep paying for familiar financial risks
Spanish savers have repeatedly entered complex products without grasping the risks. The names changed from stamps to cryptocurrencies, but the losses did not.
Spain Vote Puts Listed Companies on a Political Tightrope
The November 29 vote has pushed Spanish equities into a new risk cycle. The result could ease pressure on lenders and property firms, while leaving state-linked companies exposed to a change in strategy.
Spanish banks face tighter rules on large cash withdrawals
Spain’s tax agency is pressing banks to flag hefty ATM withdrawals and deposits. Any movement of one thousand euros or more now triggers client identification, while three thousand euros can prompt a deeper probe.
Oil surge and rising debt yields drag Ibex 35 lower
The Ibex 35 drops 1.17% as oil moves above $100 a barrel and government debt yields rise. Spanish banks are watching credit demand closely, but lending volumes remain healthy for now.
Sabadell builds a shield against hostile takeovers
France's BPCE has bought about 7% of Sabadell for roughly €1.2 billion and may raise its holding to 9.9%. With Zurich's 4.95% stake, the French group gives Sabadell a stronger shareholder base after BBVA's failed takeover bid.
BPCE takes a 7% stake in Banco Sabadell
BPCE has acquired about 7% of Banco Sabadell for an estimated 1.2 billion euros. The French group will explore cooperation in corporate and investment banking, lending, leasing and cross-border activities while keeping its stake below 9.9%.
Sabadell Builds a Defensive Shareholder Bloc With BPCE
France's BPCE has bought about 7% of Banco Sabadell for roughly €1.2 billion. The stake gives Sabadell a powerful new shareholder after BBVA's failed takeover attempt.
Sabadell builds a defensive shield with BPCE stake
BPCE has acquired around 7% of Banco Sabadell, becoming a major long-term shareholder after BBVA's failed takeover bid. The stake could support a wider banking partnership across the Iberian Peninsula.
Euribor starts October at 3.303% after daily fall
The 12-month Euribor fell to 3.303% on October 1, 2026. The drop offers little relief because October's monthly average is already above September's figure.
BBVA puts €250 million behind Spain's franchise sector
By August 2026, BBVA was working with about 1,060 franchise brands in Spain, roughly eight out of ten in the market. The bank has mobilised €250 million for the entrepreneurs and small companies opening those local businesses.
Spanish mortgage rates climb above 3%
Spain's average mortgage rate has crossed 3% again. Sabadell and Ibercaja offer monthly savings of around €75 on a typical loan.
CaixaBank sees mortgage growth losing pace in 2027
CaixaBank expects mortgage growth to slow in 2027 as home prices and interest rates shut more buyers out. Consumer and business lending are holding up better.
Spanish mortgage size hits record as July signatures fall
Spain recorded fewer home loans in July. Yet the average mortgage reached a historic high of 180,785 euros. The figures point to a housing market under renewed price pressure.
WiZink CEO leaves as Unicaja talks continue
Iheb Nafaa is leaving WiZink for personal reasons. President Joaquim Saurina will take over as the bank continues talks with Unicaja after another loss-making first half.
WiZink CEO Iheb Nafaa exits amid Unicaja talks
WiZink CEO Iheb Nafaa has left the bank for personal reasons. Chairman Joaquim Saurina will take over his functions as talks with Unicaja continue without a reported agreement.
Joaquim Saurina takes executive control at WiZink
By August, WiZink's result had turned positive, according to bank sources, but the bank remains under pressure from legal claims and an open deal with Unicaja. Joaquim Saurina takes executive control after Iheb Nafaa's departure.
WiZink returns to profit before CEO exit
Iheb Nafaa is leaving WiZink for personal reasons after the bank returned to profit and strengthened its solvency. The change comes as WiZink discusses a possible card-business sale with Unicaja.
BBVA tries out car sales and iPhone rentals in Turkey
BBVA is breaking out of its banking mold in Turkey, selling used cars and renting iPhones through Garanti. The bank is testing these new business lines before deciding if Spain will get them too.
Spanish banks turn AI into a shield against AI
Spain's major banks are preparing AI risk plans for the ECB. The measures include controlled AI tools that can spot hostile activity before it reaches critical systems.
Spanish banks bring Bizum to the checkout
Bizum Pay is moving into everyday shopping across Spain. Major banks now let customers pay in physical stores without a card, while Banco Santander has yet to join the rollout.
Bizum Pay reaches 20 million Spanish shoppers
Bizum is moving beyond person-to-person transfers in Spain. Major banks now let customers pay in physical shops with their phones, while Santander has yet to join the rollout.
Bizum Pay reaches 20 million users as Spanish banks widen access
CaixaBank, Bankinter and Unicaja have opened Bizum Pay to more customers. Nearly 20 million people can now use it in physical shops, with 1.6 million businesses connected to the service.
Bizum Pay brings in-store payments to Spanish shops
Bizum Pay is expanding across Spanish shops, giving almost 20 million people a way to pay in person. Bankinter and CaixaBank are adding access while tying the rollout to new customer offers.
Santander targets young investors with 10-euro funds
Santander is widening its investment offer for customers under 30 in Spain. Funds start at 10 euros, trading fees drop to one euro, and free training plus a 50-euro incentive round out the campaign.
Bizum reaches 20 million users for in-store payments
Bizum's in-store payment service now reaches 20 million people in Spain. It works across 75% of payment terminals, but banks still decide which customers can use it.
Bizum Reaches 1.6 Million Spanish Shops for In-Person Payments
Bizum payments are now accepted at more than 1.6 million Spanish establishments. The service reaches 20 million users and covers around 75% of bank terminals.
Supreme Court Rejects Debt Register Entry During Loan Dispute
Spain's Supreme Court has ruled against Cofidis. A borrower's disputed loan could not be treated as an uncontested debt, and the lender must pay €2,000 for damage to her honor.
Cash withdrawals over three thousand euros trigger tax scrutiny in Spain
Withdrawing more than three thousand euros in cash from an ATM now places account holders under the close watch of the Agencia Tributaria. The move, coordinated with banks and the Bank of Spain, aims to tighten the fight against tax fraud and ensure transparency in high-value cash movements.
Revolut offers 3.51% promo rate to new savers after ECB hike
Revolut is raising the stakes for savers by offering a 3.51 percent annual yield to new account holders. This move comes just as the European Central Bank increased its deposit facility rate to 2.50 percent, making Revolut’s offer notably more attractive for those seeking short-term returns.
Revolut launches high-yield savings offer for new Spanish customers
Revolut is once again offering a 3.51% annual interest rate for new customers in Spain. The deal applies to instant-access savings accounts, with clear conditions and no set end date for sign-ups. Here is what changes for savers.
CaixaBank steps up risk transfers to protect dividends as lending surges
CaixaBank is selling more risky loan portfolios to investors to keep dividends steady, even as lending grows faster than expected. The bank aims for risk-weighted assets to rise much more slowly than its loan book.
ING launches four month deposit with 3 percent TAE and no minimum
ING has raised the stakes in the savings market with a four month deposit at 3 percent TAE, open to both new and existing clients. No minimum amount is required, and up to 50,000 euros can be deposited. Early withdrawal is penalty free but reduces the interest rate.
Vice President of Bank of America Killed in Times Square Stabbing
Erin Piacenti, a 32-year-old Bank of America vice president, died after being stabbed in Times Square. The attacker was shot by police. The incident is being treated as an unprovoked assault.
Euribor Surge Drives Shift to Mixed-Rate Mortgages and Longer Terms in Spain
Spanish mortgage rates have climbed above 3% as the Euribor rises. Buyers are turning to mixed-rate loans and extending repayment to 25 years. Monthly payments remain high, but total interest costs are soaring.
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