Instituto Nacional de Estadística

The Instituto Nacional de Estadística (INE) is Spain's official statistics agency. It is responsible for collecting, producing, and disseminating a wide range of statistical information about Spain's economy, population, and society. Recently, the INE has been in the news due to the release of several significant datasets. These include inflation figures, GDP growth rates, housing market statistics, and demographic data. The INE's confirmation of a 2.8% GDP growth in 2025, double the Eurozone average, has been widely reported. Also, the INE's data showing a 5% drop in home sales in January 2026 is significant, indicating a potential cooling of the housing market. The agency's data is crucial for policymakers, businesses, and researchers to understand current trends and make informed decisions. The data is used by the government to formulate economic policy and by businesses to make investment decisions. The INE's role is therefore vital for Spain's economic and social well-being.