Isidro Fainé

Isidro Fainé is the President of Fundacin 'la Caixa'. Recent news focuses on his role in the leadership changes at CriteriaCaixa, the investment arm of the foundation. Specifically, Fainé oversaw the appointment of José María Méndez as the new CEO of CriteriaCaixa. This appointment fills the vacancy left by Ángel Simón, who departed in April of the previous year due to a reported loss of confidence. Méndez, previously the Director General, had been managing the operational aspects of the company since Simón's exit. The appointment of Méndez and the reorganization of the board reflect Fainé's active involvement in shaping the leadership and direction of CriteriaCaixa, a significant player in the Spanish market. Criteria Caixa reported a 120% increase in profits in 2025, reaching 2.325 billion euros.