Idescat is presenting new experimental statistics. In March, the unemployed population would decrease by 1.3% compared to February, and the employed population would increase by 0.7%.
The business situation of companies in Catalonia in the first quarter of 2026 registered a balance of 6.6 points, and the expected business performance for the second quarter of 2026 stands at 5.2 points.
The Consumer Confidence Index for Catalonia stood at 87.1 in February 2026, 5.9 points more than a year ago.
The number of affiliations to the Social Security General Regime through contribution accounts located in Catalonia grew by 2.3% year-over-year in March 2026 and the number of self-employed workers carrying out economic activities in Catalonia, by 1.5%.
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