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The most discussed topics on Burbuja.info - Foro de economía, actualidad y política., summarised in English: Spanish news, economy, housing and society as Spain talks about them.

• Ibex 35: July 2013 Stuck Between 7,500 and 8,000
  The Ibex 35 stagnated in July 2013 between 7,500 and 8,000 points as the Treasury issued more than double the debt compared to the previous year.
  Sep 25, 2026 · 5202 replies
• Bitcoin Surges Past $100,000 Driven by ETF Demand
  Bitcoin price rockets from $60,000 to over $100,000, fueled by ETFs consuming nine times daily mining output. El Salvador nears financial independence.
  Sep 24, 2026 · 3777 replies
• Spanish Tenants Priced Out: 85% Can't Afford to Buy Homes, Says Bank of Spain
  Bank of Spain report reveals 85% of renters cannot afford to buy a home. The issue now affects middle and upper classes, linked to housing supply and tourism.
  Sep 24, 2026 · 481 replies
• Maribel or Chelo: The Succession of Charo Falls Short
  The proposal to replace Charo with Maribel sparks a debate on phonetics and habit, with no alternative gaining ground and the original term persisting.
  Sep 24, 2026 · 53 replies
• Ibex 35 hovers at 8,800 as banks seek another trillion from ECB
  The Ibex 35 traded sideways in February 2012 around 8,800 points while banks prepared for another ECB liquidity injection, and Gamesa plunged 12%.
  Sep 24, 2026 · 4975 replies
• Collectible Coins: When They're Worth Their Metal vs. When They're a Whim
  Discover the dual pricing of collectible coins: the value of their metal versus the price driven by collector demand. Learn how to distinguish between accumulating and collecting.
  Sep 24, 2026 · 1379 replies
• Ibex 35 in Q3 2011: From 11,000 to below 10,000
  The Ibex 35 lost 5.49% in a single August 2011 session. Santander fell 8.33%, Bank of America -20.32%. No one predicted the bottom.
  Sep 24, 2026 · 4607 replies
• Newsstand owner tearfully claims police beat him
  Pablo Fernández, known as 'el kiosquero', tearfully claims police beat him during an eviction in Madrid.
  Sep 24, 2026 · 117 replies
• Stock Soared 140% in a Week, Then Dropped Back to €1.47
  Codere's stock surged 140% in 2013 after an anonymous tip, reaching €2.89 before falling to €1.47. An analysis of 'pump and dump' schemes.
  Sep 24, 2026 · 3932 replies
• Ibex Falls in May 2013 as Shorts Take Charge
  The Ibex closed May 2013 around 8,200 after key S&P support levels broke. Short sellers celebrated as the market turned.
  Sep 24, 2026 · 4860 replies
• Spain's Housing Crisis: Why Emotional Debates Overshadow Real Solutions
  Debate on evictions and rents in Spain is sidetracked, ignoring immigration and regulation. We analyze the real economic situation.
  Sep 24, 2026 · 13 replies
• Bankia Surges from €1 to €1.60 as IBEX Fights for 10,000 Points
  In February 2014, Bankia shares rose from €1 to €1.60 while the IBEX 35 index hovered around 10,000 points. Santander paid a €1.50 dividend, and Telefónica closed at €11.11.
  Sep 24, 2026 · 5724 replies
• Footballer Expelled for Simulating Killing Gazan
  Israeli footballer Sayed Farkhi sent off after controversial gesture during match against Austria. The Nations League is reviewing the incident.
  Sep 24, 2026 · 2 replies
• Deeply Concerned About Economic Outlook
  Worry over difficult economic times, with warnings of war, food shortages, and falling wages.
  Sep 24, 2026 · 0 replies
• Sumerian: Not Even AI in 2026 Can Find Its Mother Tongue
  AI compared the entire Sumerian corpus to known languages in 2026: zero kinship. Genetics rules out Indian origin; Obeid remains a suspect.
  Sep 24, 2026 · 35 replies
• Silver ounces at €300: Collecting now looks like investing
  Commemorative silver ounces range from €30 to over €300. Limited mintages, crystals, and meteorites inflate the price of a metal that hasn't changed.
  Sep 24, 2026 · 844 replies
• Ibex 35 at 6,500 points: Bankia drops 17% in one session
  The Ibex 35 trades at 6,500 points in May 2012 with Bankia losing 17% and banks only rebounding due to a potential short-selling ban.
  Sep 24, 2026 · 4720 replies
• Spain: A Nation Enduring Through Time
  Explore Spain's enduring legacy from Roman Hispania to the present. Discover a diverse yet united nation with a rich history and vibrant future.
  Sep 24, 2026 · 6 replies
• Forum Post Links Palestinian Flag to Hashemite Pan-Arabism
  A forum user suggests the Palestinian flag originated from Hashemite pan-Arabism, reigniting debate on regional indigenous identity.
  Sep 24, 2026 · 82 replies
• Ibex 35 in June 2013: A 12% Drop and an Uncertain Bottom
  The Ibex 35 traded between 8,200 and 8,600 points in June 2013, then fell 12% from its highs, with a bearish target of 6,800 and Gamesa rising.
  Sep 24, 2026 · 4992 replies
• IBEX 35 in June 2012: Rescue and the Battle for 6,300 Points
  The IBEX 35 defended the 6,300-point level in June 2012 amid negotiations for a €100 billion bank bailout: levels, 11% gaps, and distrust.
  Sep 24, 2026 · 4134 replies
• Milei calls Israeli PM 'humanity's great hero'
  Argentine President Javier Milei praised Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, calling him 'the great hero of humanity'. We analyze the context of these statements.
  Sep 24, 2026 · 0 replies
• The Maricarmen Case: The Right Loses the Eviction Narrative
  Maricarmen's eviction, 90 sqm in central Madrid for €400/month, reignites the narrative battle. Why is the right losing with data on their side?
  Sep 24, 2026 · 53 replies
• Gold: From $1,457 to a March 2020 physical buying frenzy
  The gold ounce went from $1,457.95 to the panic of March 2020, when physical metal sold out in stores while silver plunged to $12.17.
  Sep 24, 2026 · 2234 replies
• Pines: The Unloved Trees Blamed for Unsightly Coasts
  Pines face criticism for their "repugnant" appearance, crooked trunks, and pollen, sparking debate over their impact on beaches.
  Sep 24, 2026 · 5 replies
• Koldo Claims Zapatero's Fortune Could Sustain 5,000 Generations
  Koldo García, former advisor to the Ministry of Transport, claims Zapatero's fortune could support 5,000 generations. This statement reignites the jewelry case and tax inspections.
  Sep 24, 2026 · 139 replies
• Preparing for a Supply Crisis in an Apartment
  How to prepare for a supply crisis in a city apartment: essential items like rice, a solar panel, and a first-aid kit.
  Sep 24, 2026 · 960 replies
• Ibex 35 January 2014: Banking Surges as Technical Analysis Targets 9,950
  The Ibex 35 rose in January 2014 with banking stocks soaring, while Santander's non-performing loans in Spain reached 7.49% and technical analysis eyed the 9,950 level.
  Sep 24, 2026 · 6300 replies
• Canned Pulled Pork Sparks Online Debate: Gourmet Shortcut or Dog Food?
  Canned pulled pork divides online forums. Some compare it to dog food, while others defend it as a cheap and convenient meal.
  Sep 24, 2026 · 100 replies
• Gowex, Coal, and the IBEX at 10,500: July 2014 in Four Key Figures
  In July 2014, the IBEX hovered around 10,500 points, Gowex collapsed, and IBEX futures surged 60% above average.
  Sep 24, 2026 · 6103 replies