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This episode explores Spain’s changing economic landscape as Madrid surpasses Catalonia as the country’s top contributor to GDP. We discuss how the 2017 independence crisis triggered an exodus of companies from Catalonia, while Madrid’s diversified, service-oriented economy and lower taxes fueled its rise. Experts highlight the “capital city effect,” fiscal policies, and the role of political stability and innovation in shaping Spain’s future economic leadership.