Discusses the distribution network within the country from how products enter to final destination, including reliability and condition of distribution mechanisms, major distribution centers, ports, etc.
Last Published: 6/21/2019

Sales channels to consumers have developed significantly in the last few years. While the traditional method of wholesalers selling directly to small shops continues, online sales and shopping malls are growing rapidly throughout the country.

Madrid and Barcelona are the two major hubs for the regional market. The majority of agents, distributors, foreign subsidiaries, and foreign trade related entities are present in both cities. The section “Regions” in the website “Invest in Spain” includes details on each Spanish region, including main sectors of opportunity and investment incentives.

Price is a very important factor in the Spanish, as in the Western European market. Although EU member states’ exports to Spain have lower tariffs than those imposed on U.S. goods because of the EU’s common External Tariff, the dollar-euro exchange rate and possible lower production costs keep U.S. companies competitive with EU exports.

ExIm Bank can now play a more active role in financing exports of U.S. products and services by financing Spanish buyers through loan guarantees.
 

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