Spain's inflation hits 4.9% in October 2026
Spanish inflation rose to 4.9% in October as the government extends fuel discounts and gas price caps to combat rising energy costs.
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Spain's inflation hits 4.9% in October 2026 · Spanish inflation hits 4.9% in October 2026 · Housing costs push 770,000 workers into poverty
Spanish inflation hits 4.9% in October 2026
Spain's annual inflation rate reached its highest level since 2023 as rising energy costs offset falling fuel and food price pressures.
Housing costs push 770,000 workers into poverty
A new Oxfam Intermón report reveals that high housing costs have increased Spain's working poor population to three million individuals.
Spanish unions weigh general strike over housing
UGT and CC OO leaders meet to discuss major mobilisations following the rejection of housing decrees and rising cost of living pressures.
Fuel tax cut of 20 cents per litre begins today
The government has launched a fuel discount scheme to combat rising prices, offering motorists immediate savings at the petrol pump.
Spain caps gas price rises at 15% for households
The Spanish Government intervenes to limit gas tariff increases and cap butane cylinder prices to protect over three million consumers.
OCU report: Supermarket prices up 39.5% since 2021
The OCU 2026 report reveals a 39.5% surge in food costs since 2021, with coffee and eggs seeing the most dramatic price increases.
OCU Study: Spanish Grocery Costs Rise to €6,602
Annual supermarket analysis reveals fresh food prices rose 4.7% while savvy shoppers can save up to 1,310 euros by switching retailers.