Summary
Highlights
The primary sector employs less than 4.2% of the workforce in Spain. Spain is the world's leading producer of olive oil, third in wine production, and sixth in citrus. Cereal harvests are also good, as is the production of timber and cork. Sheep farming is developed, producing Miorinos fine wool, and pig farming satisfies internal demand.
The secondary sector employs 19.1% of the population. Industry is mainly developed in the iron and steel, metallurgical, and automotive sectors, such as Seat Auto. Informatics, electronics, and food industries are expanding, and handicrafts are holding strong.
The tertiary sector employs 76.7% of the workforce. Trade, transport, and telecommunications are important, with Spain holding an advanced position in internet and mobile phone penetration. Tourism is also fundamental; Spain is the second country in Europe and third globally for the number of visitors. The main destinations are seaside resorts, art cities, and Arab-influenced monuments.