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    April 10, 2025

    Real Estate Outlook Mexico. First semester 2025

    Construction GDP grew 2.6% thanks to a 6.9% increase in building construction, despite the decline in other subsectors. The mortgage market increased its number of loans by 10.7%, primarily due to the recovery of affordable housing.

    April 1, 2025

    Mexico | Mexican Economy: Challenges and Opportunities from the 2024 Economic Census

    The Mexican economy faces significant structural challenges. The 2024 Economic Census provides key data on business growth, employment, productivity, and issues related to informality and widespread use of cash, which are essential for shaping economic development policies.

    March 26, 2025

    Spain | Green skills: what they are, who holds them, and why they matter

    Green skills account for 4% of employment in Spain between 2015 and 2024, in line with the EU-27 average. However, the profile of workers with green skills varies by skill type. Those with knowledge in renewable energy or environmental policies tend to be younger and more educated.

    March 15, 2025

    Spain | The Power Grid, the Overlooked Cornerstone of the Energy Transition

    Spain's electricity faces significant challenges. While recent efforts have focused on expanding wind and solar capacity, effective grid integration is equally crucial for a successful energy transition.

    February 28, 2025

    Colombia | Hopefully, discussions about deforestation are not just a passing trend

    In 2024, deforestation in Colombia increased by 35%. Unfortunately, attention to this issue only arises when these figures are published. The problem is complex, not only due to its environmental impact but also because of its socioeconomic effects. A collective response is needed to address this phenomenon.

    February 7, 2025

    Colombia | Colombia’s demographic clock is ticking

    Colombia's demographic shift will reshape key sectors. Declining birth rates and a growing elderly population impact education, employment, healthcare, and consumption. Demand for long-term care, automation in labor markets, and adaptations in housing and financial products for retirement are on the rise.

    January 9, 2025

    Spain | Long series of regional economic and demographic aggregates: 2023 Update

    This Working Paper provides a brief description of the latest update of RegData, a database containing the main economic and demographic aggregates for Spanish regions over the last seven decades.