Asobares rechaza el decreto de emergencia económica que sube impuestos a licores y alerta por impacto en empleo

diciembre 23, 2025

TL;DR

Asobares rejects the government's plan to increase liquor taxes via an economic emergency decree.
The measure is seen as a threat to the sustainability of formal businesses and employment in the sector.
The sector is already struggling with post-pandemic recovery, inflation, increased labor costs, and high rents.
Asobares argues that raising liquor taxes is a regressive decision that ignores the economic reality of bars and entertainment venues.
Historically, increased liquor taxes have led to decreased legal sales, increased contraband and adulteration, and negative impacts on formal commerce and employment.
The night economy generates 1.68 million direct and indirect jobs and significantly impacts tourism, culture, gastronomy, and urban life.
Higher taxes threaten the viability of small and medium-sized businesses, many of which are family-owned.
The labor impact would disproportionately affect young people and women, who form a large part of the sector's workforce.
Asobares calls for reconsideration of the measure and for dialogue with the sector to find alternative solutions.
The association is willing to participate in creating solutions for a formal, safe, responsible, and sustainable night economy.

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