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Spain concentrates almost a quarter of Portugal's financial positions in the euro area
Publication: ECO
Author: Ânia Ataíde
Source published: 22/10/2026, 16:01:29 UTC
Briefing created: 22/10/2026, 22:00:37 UTC
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Briefings
A study by Banco de Portugal and Banco de Spain reveals Spain holds approximately one-quarter of Portugal's external financial positions in the Eurozone, while Portugal represents only 3.7% of Spain's external assets. Key figures show Portuguese assets to Spain reached 66.7 billion euros in late 2025, compared to 91.4 billion euros in liabilities, creating a significant asymmetry. The financial sector accounts for 12.6% of Portugal's risk-weighted exposures, whereas Spain's exposure to Portugal is limited to 3.8% of its total external exposures.
Key points
- Spain holds approximately one-quarter (24.1%) of Portugal's external financial assets in the Eurozone, while Portugal represents only 3.7% of Spain's external assets.
- Portugal's external liabilities to Spain reached 91.4 billion euros in late 2025, significantly exceeding the 66.7 billion euros in assets.
Context
This asymmetry is driven by Spain's status as Portugal's primary financial partner, with the bilateral banking sector accounting for 12.6% of Portugal's risk-weighted exposures. The findings come from a 2025 analysis titled 'Perspectives on Iberian Economic Integration' presented at a seminar in Lisbon.
Limitations
Data covers late 2025 and 2022-2025 averages, with specific figures limited to the Eurozone context. The study notes that while Spain's concentration in Portugal is high, systemic risks depend on absolute exposure values and risk characteristics. No additional background on the study's methodology or broader economic context is supplied.
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