Behind Bank of England rate cut: Weak growth, looming tax squeeze
Expats in Spain with property, pensions, or investments linked to the UK are being urged to act after the Bank of England cut interest rates
WHERE TO EAT: The Olive Press asked long-established local businessman James Stewart of Savills about his Sotogrande foodie picks
By James Stewart WHEN I made my first visit to Sotogrande many, many moons ago in March, Sotogrande was completely empty and the only place
Spain’s After-Dark Culture: What Tourists and Expats Do Once the Sun Goes Down
SPAIN doesn’t rush its days, and it certainly doesn’t rush its nights. When the sun finally dips below the horizon, the country takes on a
How to Teach Kids Money Management: Top Financial Lessons for Parents in the UK, US and Spain
By Peter Dougherty WHAT large financial risks do you currently face? That your investment portfolio might suffer losses if there’s a sudden stock market downturn?
€300,000 Raised to Fight Aging: Radical Life Extension Group in Spain Receives Funding for Breakthrough Longevity Research
Radical Life Extension Group (RLE), a nonprofit longevity research organisation based in Alfaz del Pi, Alicante, has secured €300,000 in funding to support its scientific
Hospital Quirónsalud Marbella Named Official Medical Provider for Marbella FC
HOSPITAL Quirónsalud Marbella has been officially appointed as the new medical services provider for Marbella Football Club following an agreement between the two organisations. José
Stocks, bonds and your mortgage: Why smart expats in Spain need a tailored investment strategy
By Peter Dougherty WE’VE all heard of stocks and bonds, and most of us have a basic understanding of what they are. Stocks represent ownership
DON’T MISS: Supermarket shootings, Sanchez sleaze and Epstein’s links to Spain – all on this week’s episode of the Olive Press podcast!
IT’S been a busy couple of weeks…at least for the embattled government of Pedro Sanchez, and for the women’s football teams of England and Spain.
Strengthening mouth and facial muscles key to treating sleep apnoea, say Marbella doctors
POOR sleep isn’t just a nuisance – it could signal a serious condition like obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA), a chronic disorder that remains undiagnosed in
UK Budget Will Target Wealth — Expats in Spain Must Prepare for Impact
BRITISH nationals living in Spain with financial links to the UK are being urged to prepare for likely tax increases in the Autumn Budget, as
Ex-Gibraltar police chief claims vindication as audit reveals £2m pay-offs to outgoing officers
GIBRALTAR’S political turmoil has deepened following explosive revelations that the government authorised nearly £2 million in taxpayer money to outgoing police officers. The move has
Damning report reveals Gibraltar’s system of patronage as £13m handed out to ‘loyalists’
THE long-awaited Public Auditor’s report has finally landed – and its impact triggered an earthquake that has shaken the Rock to its core. While nominally
How Travellers Are Fully Immersing Themselves in Spain’s Rich Traditions and Culture
SPAIN is a country that offers a vibrant fusion of history, culture, and modernity. From the sun-drenched beaches of the Mediterranean to the charming cobbled
Spain’s historic stock exchanges still power the economy – but few know how they work or why they matter
By Peter Dougherty of Bissan Wealth Management MANY people are familiar with the New York Stock Exchange (founded in 1792) or the London Stock Exchange
A colourful night of the songs, dance and soul of Spain’s true flamenco comes to Sotogrande
THE gypsy caves of the Albaicin and Sacramonte barrios of Granada have for centuries chimed with the most authentic strains of flamenco. Now, for one
Jazz greats are lighting up Valencia this summer as Palau Festival returns
SOME of the biggest names in international jazz have descended on Valencia this summer for the 28th edition of the city’s celebrated Palau de la
Special two-day event for potential investors in Dubai taking place in Marbella later this month
IT’S a must-visit for anyone with an interest in buying in Dubai. A property roadshow explaining everything you need to know about the Middle Eastern
MULLINS IT OVER: Everyone loses over Gibraltar – but the monkeys couldn’t care less
By Charlie Mullins READING the headline in the Olive Press – Surrender or Triumph I can’t help but come to the conclusion that like all
Home Insurance in Spain: 5 Key Questions Answered
Whether you live in Spain full-time or own a second home, having the right home insurance is essential. Although not legally required unless you have
How to Bet on Soccer Corners – The Most Overlooked Market
Betting on corner kicks is often more predictable than classic betting on the outcome of a match. The number of corners depends largely on specific
From Crisis to Keys: How One British Couple Safely Bought Off-Plan in Spain
Remember 2008? For many British expats, “buying off-plan in Spain” became a four-letter word. Thousands lost their life savings when dreams of a sunny Spanish
Watch the ancient art of bluefin tuna carving at KOI Marbella – followed by exclusive omakase dinner
IT is an age-old ritual perfected by skilled fishermen over centuries. Now, you can find out how the world’s most valuable fish is carved up
SoiVIP ClÃnica Dental: Leading the Way in Modern Dental Care in San Pedro
LOCATED in the heart of San Pedro de Alcántara, Marbella, SoiVIP ClÃnica Dental has earned a stellar reputation as the top-rated dental clinic in the
The Clubhouse in Banus has hosted all the big sporting events over the last year… and as it reaches its first birthday, things are only just beginning
IT all kicked off a year ago at the glorious Euros 2024. A dream final bringing together Spain and England, the Clubhouse couldn’t have asked
Social security will provide: Spaniards rely far more on government help than those from the USA and UK
By Peter Dougherty of Bissan Wealth Management IMAGINE if the social security administration of Spain hired a travel agency to offer its ‘retirement experience’ as
Peter Dougherty explains exactly what the term usufructo means and how it works in Spain
By Peter Dougherty of Bissan Wealth Management YOU may have run across an unfamiliar term in Spanish taxes called usufructo. Although usufructo is not as