MWC 25 contributed nearly £0.5bn to the Barcelona economy reports GSMA

The GSMA says MWC Barcelona 2025 contributed an estimated £477million to the local economy, up from £426 million in 2024.

The event also creaed 13,000 part-time jobs ad, since 2006, has generated a total £5.8 billion for the economy and supported 173,000 part-time roles.

MWC25 attracted109,000 attendees from 205 countries and territories, with over 2,900 exhibitors, sponsors, and partners participating across Fira Gran Via and Fira Montjuïc.

Key Metrics from MWC25:

• €561 million in economic impact

• 13,000+ part-time jobs created

• 109,000 attendees

• 2,900+ exhibitors and partners

• 1,200+ speakers, with 41% women

• 188 government delegations from 148 countries

• 4YFN featured 1,000+ startups and €60 billion in investment capital

• 56% of attendees from adjacent sectors

• 21% C-level executives, 50% director level and above

• 2,900+ media representatives and analysts

• 182,450 media stories globally

John Hoffman, CEO of GSMA Ltd stated: “Our partnership with Barcelona continues to bring benefits on both sides. We’re pleased to play a role in the city’s economic and digital development. MWC’s impact extends beyond the four-day event. Programmes such as Mobile World Capital’s Talent Arena, 4YFN, and mSchools contribute to digital skills development, startup growth, and educational innovation in the region”.