Bank of Japan Signals Readiness for Near-Term Rate Hike as Inflation Nears Target 
RBI Holds Repo Rate at 5.25% as India’s Growth Outlook Strengthens After U.S. Trade Deal 
Singapore Budget 2026 Set for Fiscal Prudence as Growth Remains Resilient 
Thailand Inflation Remains Negative for 10th Straight Month in January 
Vietnam’s Trade Surplus With US Jumps as Exports Surge and China Imports Hit Record 
Trump Endorses Japan’s Sanae Takaichi Ahead of Crucial Election Amid Market and China Tensions 
Oil Prices Slide on US-Iran Talks, Dollar Strength and Profit-Taking Pressure 
Asian Stocks Slip as Tech Rout Deepens, Japan Steadies Ahead of Election 
Japan Economy Poised for Q4 2025 Growth as Investment and Consumption Hold Firm 
China Extends Gold Buying Streak as Reserves Surge Despite Volatile Prices 
South Africa Eyes ECB Repo Lines as Inflation Eases and Rate Cuts Loom 
South Korea’s Weak Won Struggles as Retail Investors Pour Money Into U.S. Stocks 
Trump’s Inflation Claims Clash With Voters’ Cost-of-Living Reality 
South Korea Assures U.S. on Trade Deal Commitments Amid Tariff Concerns 
U.S. Stock Futures Slide as Tech Rout Deepens on Amazon Capex Shock 
Japanese Pharmaceutical Stocks Slide as TrumpRx.gov Launch Sparks Market Concerns 
Dow Hits 50,000 as U.S. Stocks Stage Strong Rebound Amid AI Volatility 
Spain’s industrial sector posted a moderate yet encouraging rise in October, with industrial output increasing 1.2% compared to the same month last year, according to new data released by the National Statistics Institute (INE). The latest figures, adjusted for both seasonal and calendar effects, highlight continued resilience in Spain’s manufacturing and production industries despite broader economic uncertainties across Europe. This steady performance reinforces expectations of gradual industrial stabilization as global demand shows signs of improvement.
The INE also issued a revision to its previously reported September data, lowering the year-on-year industrial output increase to 1.5% from the initial estimate of 1.7%. While the adjustment reflects a slightly softer performance than previously thought, the continued growth across consecutive months underscores sustained momentum within key industrial segments. Analysts note that even moderate increases are significant given rising energy costs, supply chain pressures, and fluctuating export conditions that have challenged industrial operations throughout the year.
Spain’s industrial output trends are closely monitored as a core indicator of the country’s economic health. Consistent growth signals strengthened production capacity and improved confidence among manufacturers, both of which play a crucial role in supporting employment and investment. The October uptick suggests that Spanish industry is gradually adapting to shifting global economic conditions, with businesses leveraging improved logistics stability and moderating inflationary pressures.
As Spain continues to navigate a complex economic landscape, these updated industrial output figures offer valuable insight into the nation’s recovery trajectory. Economists will be watching upcoming months closely to determine whether this positive trend can be sustained amid global market fluctuations. For now, the latest INE data reinforces cautious optimism surrounding Spain’s industrial sector and its role in driving broader economic growth.
