MWC 25 contributed nearly £0.5bn to the Barcelona economy reports GSMA
Staff Reporter
June 13, 2025
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”.
