EL PAÍS

EL PAÍS is Spain's most-read general-interest daily newspaper, originally founded in May 1976 during the Spanish transition to democracy. It was established by the PRISA Group (Promotora de Informaciones, S.A.), under the leadership of José Ortega Spottorno. The publication quickly became a symbol of modern, democratic Spain and has since expanded to become a global media brand with significant digital and print presence in Latin America and the United States.

Today, the newspaper is the flagship asset of PRISA, a prominent Spanish media conglomerate. While PRISA remains based in Madrid, its ownership structure has become increasingly international, featuring investment from global funds and institutional investors. The newspaper is primarily printed in Spain, though it utilizes regional printing facilities and digital distribution strategies to maintain its status as the leading global newspaper in the Spanish language.