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This month has seen a surge in trading activity on the Spanish Ibex, with several small to medium-sized stocks experiencing a significant increase in volume. Berkeley and Miquel y Costas led the pack, with Berkeley showing a 500% increase and Miquel y Costas a 200% rise compared to their daily average over the past year. Other notable stocks with heightened activity include Naturhouse, Renta 4, Ferrovial, Merlin, and Solaria.

Ferrovial, Merlin, and Solaria stood out among the larger companies, trading between 19% and 50% more shares than their usual volumes over the past year. Ferrovial's volume increased by 50% in October, moving 1.21 million shares per day on average, surpassing its 52-week daily average. The company's enhanced position in the U.S. market and its influence on pricing for toll roads contributed to this growth, despite lower traffic due to higher fuel prices.

Additionally, financing details for the I-24 toll road in the U.S. have attracted investor interest, boosting trading volumes.

Merlin experienced a 35% increase in traded shares. Socimi, however, saw a 3.78% decline in value, partially due to rising interest rates and regulatory concerns surrounding data centers. Despite initial skepticism, Merlin's stock recovered as investors anticipated favorable changes. Solaria, reliant on energy agreements with Merlin for data center operations, also dipped by nearly 11%, showing a 19% increase in trading volume.

The overall trading activity on the Ibex has been volatile, with nearly 5,400 million shares changing hands for a total of 37.8 billion euros. Compared to October 2025, the number of shares traded has risen by 22%, with a 7% increase in dollar value and a 13% rise in trade frequency. Most stocks have seen a decrease in trading activity compared to their annual daily averages.

Indra, once a standout performer, saw a 38% decline in trading volume in October, while tourism-related companies like IAG, HBX, and Meliá experienced even sharper drops, down 41% and 45% respectively. Energy companies such as Naturgy, Mapfre, and Acerinox also saw significant declines, with Acerinox and Mapfre among the worst performers.

However, Naturgy's stock managed a 1.78% increase, buoyed by investor interest amid a volatile month characterized by mixed performances across various sectors.