The Profits of Banking Increase Their Weight on the Stock Market: The Six Major Banks Now Represent More Than 40% of the Ibex
The financial sector's profits have significantly increased the market share of major banks in Spain, now accounting for over 40% of the Ibex, overshadowing other industries.
The bankers of the Ibex raise their salaries by 12% since the rate hike: Botín, Torres, Oliu and company earned 55 million euros last year
Spain's top bankers have seen salary increases due to record profits from major banks, driven by a rise in interest rates.
The Ibex makes a giant leap and exceeds 18,400 points with the boost from Santander
The Ibex 35 index in Spain has surpassed 18,400 points, marked by a strong performance from Santander amidst a busy earnings presentation season.
The Ibex reaches new historical highs despite Trump's tariff chaos
The Ibex index in Spain hit historic highs, reflecting resilience amidst ongoing tariff uncertainties linked to Trump’s policies.
The Ibex reaffirms its historical maximum thanks to the boost from banking
The Ibex 35 index in Spain has reached a new record high, climbing 1.35% and driven largely by the performance of the financial sector.
Ángel Escribano, Ibex 35 Executive of the Year by Cinco Días: 'Defense should be an economic and industrial lever'
Ángel Escribano, president of Indra, has been recognized as the Ibex 35 Executive of the Year for his leadership in the military and technology company, emphasizing the role of defense in boosting Spain's industrial and digital sovereignty.
The Tentacles of Jeffrey Epstein in the Ibex 35
The article discusses connections between the late financier Jeffrey Epstein and prominent figures in Spain's Ibex 35, revealing his involvement in key business operations and relationships with major banks.
The Government will appoint about twenty senior officials in companies and regulators before the summer
The government is set to renew leadership positions in key companies like Aena and Indra, as well as replace presidents of regulatory bodies in the coming months.
The Ibex registers a new record and closes at 18,100 points
The Ibex 35, Spain's main stock index, closed at a record 18,100 points after a growth of 1.31%, boosted by record results from Inditex.
The IBEX 35 exceeds 18,000 points for the first time after the collapse of gold and silver prices
The IBEX 35 has set a new record by closing above 18,000 points, as investors have shifted from precious metals to the stock market following a significant drop in gold and silver prices.
The Ibex hits a new record and reaches 18,000 points for the first time in history
The Ibex 35 index has reached a historic high of 18,000 points, reversing earlier losses and leading gains in European markets.
The Ibex closes its eighth consecutive week up despite geopolitical tensions and Trump's threats
The Ibex rose 0.35% to close at 17,710.9 points, boosted by positive macroeconomic data amid geopolitical tensions and new tariff threats from Trump against countries supporting Greenland.
Repsol falls sharply in the stock market after publishing the latest production figures
Repsol's stock dropped nearly 6% following a report of weak production figures, although refining margins were positive.
CincoDías Calls for the Ibex 35 Executive of the Year Award
CincoDías has announced the inaugural Ibex 35 Executive of the Year Award to honor the leadership of the top-performing company in the Spanish stock exchange index.
Sánchez seeks breathing room in Davos with four ministers and meets again at the Forum with leaders of Ibex, including newcomer Murtra
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez plans to attend the World Economic Forum in Davos on January 21, hoping for some respite amid intense internal political challenges and controversies within his own party.
Sánchez sets up a 'theater' in Davos with Ibex to simulate leadership
The article discusses how Sánchez is preparing a synchronized narrative with participating companies at Davos to give the appearance of government action while promoting a divisive agenda in Europe and the US.
The Ibex recovers the increases and manages to scrape new highs
The Spanish stock market index Ibex 35 rises by 0.3%, reaching new highs despite corrections in the energy sector, with Puig's shares gaining 6.2% following a price target upgrade.
The Stock Markets Maintain Their Bullish Streak and the Ibex Sets New Records at 17,700 Points
Stock markets are experiencing a bullish trend, with the Ibex index hitting new records of 17,700 points, despite geopolitical concerns.
The Ibex reaches new highs after the attack on Venezuela and nears 17,600 points
The Spanish stock market, represented by the Ibex 35 index, has started the week with a 0.56% increase, nearing 17,600 points following the consequences of the US attack on Venezuela.
European stock markets advance and Ibex hits a new high despite increased geopolitical risk
European stock markets are rising, with the Spanish Ibex nearing 17,600 points, amid increased geopolitical tensions following the U.S. attack on Venezuela and the capture of President Nicolás Maduro.
The Ibex starts the year with new highs above 17,400 points
The Ibex index begins the year by reaching new highs above 17,400 points, amidst a continued rise in precious metals including a notable increase in spot gold.
Successes and failures of analysts in 2025: the Ibex and gold crush forecasts while small caps disappoint
Analysts' predictions for 2025 have been overly cautious, with the Ibex and gold surpassing expectations while smaller companies underperform.
The banking sector breaks records in a virtuous year for the Ibex 35 despite global uncertainty
In 2025, the Spanish stock market experienced its best year since 1993, with the Ibex 35 rising by 49.3% to 17,307.80 points, largely driven by banks and energy companies that thrived despite global uncertainties.
The Ibex registers a record year since 1993 and becomes the best stock market in the West
The Ibex index has surged by 49.3% in 2025 to 17,307 points, driven primarily by banking, leading experts to predict another celebratory year in 2026.
The Spanish stock market closes its best year since 1993, rising 49.3% in 2025
Despite a slight drop of 0.27% on the last trading day, the Spanish stock market achieved a remarkable 49.3% increase in 2025, marking the second-best performance for the Ibex 35 index since 1993.
The Ibex Soars 50% in Its Best Year in Over Three Decades
The Ibex index has surged by 50%, marking its best performance in over thirty years, driven primarily by a banking sector that has doubled in value within a year.
The Spanish Stock Market Rises to the Podium
Spain's stock market posted a historic gain of around 50% on the Ibex, marking a significant recovery and investor confidence in the country's economy.
The Ibex closes 2025 with the biggest increase in 20 years fueled by banks and leading European stock markets
The Ibex 35, Spain's main stock index, is set to conclude 2025 as the leading European stock market with the highest increase in two decades, primarily driven by banking sector gains.
The Ibex 35 hits new highs near 17,300 points to close the year
The Ibex 35 index reaches new historical highs close to 17,300 points, marking a 49% increase for the year as European markets show upward trends.
How 2025 Has Been: Euphoria for Artificial Intelligence, Sabadell Resists, and the ECB Hits the Brakes
The economic year ends with record highs for the Ibex, maximum employment in Spain, a worsening housing crisis, and elevated political uncertainty.
The Ibex hits a new all-time high and is now close to 17,200 points
The Spanish stock market reached a new all-time high of 17,195.8 points, closing on Monday with a 0.13% increase, even as Wall Street suffered a 0.55% decline.
From Acciona to Acerinox: the IBEX 35 audits that are pending renewal or change starting in 2026
The audit firms KPMG, EY, PwC, and Deloitte will continue to oversee the financial statements of IBEX 35 companies, with KPMG maintaining leadership by auditing 11 companies, followed by EY and PwC auditing 10 each, while Deloitte will handle four companies.