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Second-hand market growth in Spain

Overview

Local initiatives in Spanish municipalities, such as events in Binéfar and Cabanillas del Campo, have demonstrated high community participation by promoting the reuse of clothing, books, furniture, and other goods. These markets serve both social and environmental purposes, including supporting organizations like the Red Cross.

On a national scale, the second-hand market has evolved into a significant economic driver, valued at approximately 18.81 billion euros, representing 1.11% of Spain’s GDP. Data indicates that 88.4% of the population participated in the reuse market in 2025, with roughly 420 million products exchanged. This activity has also provided substantial environmental benefits, including the prevention of 38.9 million tons of CO2 emissions and significant waste management savings for local administrations.

Entities

Movimiento Re-Úsalo · Binéfar · Cabanillas del Campo · Spain · Misura Economics

Timeline

  1. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Spain's second-hand market reaches 18.8 billion euros

    Spain's second-hand market grew to 18.8 billion euros in 2025, representing 1.11% of GDP and significantly reducing CO2 emissions and municipal waste costs.

  2. [CULTURE] 3 sources
    Second-hand markets promote circular economy in Spanish towns

    Second-hand markets in Binéfar and Cabanillas del Campo have seen significant success, promoting recycling and the circular economy through dozens of community stalls.

Sources

ecoticias.com · laopinioncoruna.es