Spanish tourism sector ends Q1 2026 with real growth of 2.1%, compared with 2.5% estimated, and despite war in Iran

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Alphavalue/ Divacons | The Spanish tourism sector closed Q1 2026 with real growth of 2.1%. Although this figure is below the 2.5% estimated for the national economy as a whole, the period stands out for the strength of foreign demand. This progress has been achieved despite operational volatility and the uncertainty generated by the conflict in the Middle East.

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