Invest in Madrid

Madrid is one of the fastest growing economies in Europe. Within the 179 municipalities of the Community, the city of Madrid, Móstoles, Fuenlabrada, Alcalá de Henares, Leganés, Alcorcón and Aranjuez stand out as driving forces in economic and cultural activity.

The economy of the region is lead by the services sector and supported by a solid industrial base. The great adaptability of Madrid and a rapid response to the necessities of foreign investors are, without doubt, two of the principal attributes of Madrid.

Madrid concentrated 82% of foreign direct investment (FDI) into Spain during 2008.

Thanks to its geographical and strategic location, Madrid occupies a privileged position as the business nerve centre for companies which operate at a global level and serves as a springboard between Europe, South America and Africa. Likewise, the Community of Madrid has excellent transport infrastructures, highly qualified professional staff and offers a wide choice in the educational and training fields.

Additionally, the capital city of the country is located in the Community of Madrid, and boasts a high standard of living, a great variety of opportunities and facilities for leisure and sport and an unbeatable choice of cultural activities and restaurants. It is also the headquarters of the public administration and the financial centre of the country.

Madrid is a dynamic region in which all the necessary factors to guarantee the success of foreign enterprises converge. In short, it is an ideal place to live and to work.