The Ibex 35 gained 0.42% on Friday after its worst week since April, ending a run of daily losses but still falling 3.12% over the week. Higher bond yields and weaker US jobs data kept monetary policy at the center of market concerns.
The Ibex 35 rebounds as weaker US hiring eases rate fears. G7 oil reserves add relief, while banks and Repsol lag behind.
The Ibex 35 held above 19,000 points at midday on Friday as investors waited for US employment data. French borrowing costs and faster euro-area inflation, alongside falling oil prices, kept the wider market cautious.
Dragon reached the ISS in 7 hours 55 minutes, setting a US record for the fastest crewed flight to the station. Canadian astronaut Joshua Kutryk will remain in orbit when his wife gives birth to their third child.
Spain's Treasury paid 4.176% to sell 10-year debt at its 1 October auction. Global pressure is pushing up sovereign yields, but Madrid says Spain's own risk remains well below 2013 levels.
A review in Science examines why women experience chronic pain at roughly twice the rate of men. Sex hormones may shape pain sensitivity and immune responses, while also influencing how pain is processed across the body.
Only Indra and Solaria gained at the opening as the Ibex 35 fell 0.9% on 1 October. Investors weighed Trump's warning on Iran as oil hovered near 100 dollars per barrel, with shipments through the Strait of Hormuz at risk.
Alejandra Gere has shared a candid glimpse of family life with Richard Gere, showing how simple outdoor outings have become a way for them to reconnect since returning to the US from Spain. The couple’s approach to autumn is refreshingly down-to-earth.
A major study finds that consuming sugar while taking antibiotics can sharply worsen gut microbiome loss in cancer patients, increasing their risk of life-threatening complications. The findings challenge current hospital nutrition practices and point to a modifiable risk factor.
A Delta flight from Barcelona to Boston was diverted to Porto after smoke appeared in the cabin. Eight passengers received medical attention on the runway, and three were taken to hospital. The incident shows the challenges airlines face when technical problems arise in flight.
The Ibex is looking for a late-quarter recovery as oil prices and bond yields pull back. Investors now await the Federal Reserve's preferred inflation gauge from the United States.
Les Arts de Valencia will open its 2026-2027 season with Carmen on 2 October. Ted Huffman leaves the stage machinery in view and centres a woman fighting for freedom in a violent society.
The Ministry of Culture has awarded Pilar Albarracín Spain's top visual arts prize. The €30,000 award also includes an individual exhibition at Museo Reina Sofía.
A six-year CNIO study identified a brief period when early brain metastases become vulnerable. Three drugs eliminated micrometastases in animal models, and researchers also tested their effects in human tissue.
CNIO researchers have identified a vulnerable stage in early brain metastases. Three drugs eliminated microscopic lesions in mice and human tissue before they became clinically detectable, opening a possible route to preventing recurrence.
The US Department of Transportation has approved less stringent fuel efficiency standards for vehicles, reversing previous targets and raising concerns about higher fuel costs and emissions. The move is expected to affect car buyers and the automotive industry for years.
Spanish researchers have identified a brief stage when early brain metastases may respond to treatment. Three drugs eliminated microscopic lesions in mice and showed therapeutic effects in human tissue, but clinical trials are still needed.
CNIO researchers identified a short period when early brain metastases are unusually vulnerable. Three drugs destroyed micrometastases in laboratory models before they became detectable tumours.
Donald Trump's crypto ventures added billions to his family's wealth while retail investors took heavy losses. The collapse of $TRUMP exposed the conflict between political promotion and private profit.
SpaceX is preparing Starship's fourteenth test flight for Monday, September 28, 2026. The mission could last 10 hours and circle Earth six times, while testing a controlled return and deploying 26 Starlink V3 satellites.
Artists have pushed Palestine back into public view. Macklemore and Susan Sarandon are among the figures facing consequences. Festivals and theatres now carry the dispute.
Google marks its 28th public anniversary in 2026, almost three decades after its incorporation in 1998. More than nine in ten web searches now pass through the platform, which began with borrowed equipment and a Lego-built server.
The White House has launched Trump TV on YouTube as access restrictions hit CNN, MS NOW and Politico. A federal judge has temporarily ordered the administration to restore the outlets' press credentials.
China will send two giant pandas to Zoo Atlanta after Xi Jinping announced the move before Donald Trump. The deal revives a long-running feature of Beijing's foreign policy.
A Delta Air Lines flight to Atlanta had to turn back to Barcelona’s El Prat airport after smoke was spotted coming from one engine. No one was hurt, and the emergency response briefly disrupted airport routines.
Brad Pitt brought his new film to San Sebastián with a warning about cinema's fragile middle ground. He also called for greater attention to what connects people.
Spain's 10-year bond yield has climbed above 4%, reaching its highest level since 2013. The rise will make it more expensive for the Treasury to replace older, cheaper debt.
The 10-year US Treasury yield has climbed above 5%, while European government debt has crossed basic thresholds. Fiscal strain and inflation, alongside geopolitical risks, are pushing investors to demand more from governments.
Meta presented a wider hardware range at its annual event in Menlo Park. It includes camera-free Ray-Ban glasses, a pocket AI accessory and a US$1.299,99 VR model due in spring 2027.
Donald Trump has rejected reports linking Scott Bessent to the new AI leadership post. The Treasury secretary will stay in his current position as debate over global regulation intensifies.
Spain's Ibex 35 ended higher despite weaker GDP data and a late loss of momentum. Solaria jumped nearly 9% after its sharp fall, while Repsol dropped more than 2% as oil prices declined.
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 sale of its card business to Unicaja.
Pedro Sánchez separates the Ábalos case from investigations involving his wife and brother. At Harvard, he blamed the right and far right for a campaign against his government.
Teatro Real opened its 2026-27 season with Puccini's Manon Lescaut on 23 September 2026. Nicola Luisotti led a strong orchestra, but the cast and predictable staging never fully caught fire.
El Niño may bring its deadliest heat in decades. Spain could record 480 additional deaths, with Madrid, Andalusia and Catalonia facing the greatest risk.
