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Mercadona Lifts Paid Leave to 37 Days, Grants March Bonus for 2026 Workforce

The company presents a €380 million package as an investment in work–life balance.

Overview

  • Annual leave rises from 30 to 37 days starting in 2026 for employees in Spain and Portugal.
  • Workers will receive an extra payment equal to one monthly salary in March 2026 in addition to variable compensation.
  • The measures apply to more than 110,000 employees across the company.
  • Mercadona estimates €100 million for the added vacation and €280 million for the March bonus, totaling €380 million.
  • The company frames the move within its HR model focused on work–life balance and recognition of effort, following an 8.5% pay rise in 2025.