Spain's Lottery Sellers Push for Bigger Christmas Jackpot
Spain continues to face a cost-of-living crisis, with surging housing and energy prices diminishing disposable income. Lottery sellers argue that these economic pressures are reducing the public’s excitement about winning big.
“The jackpot hasn't changed in 14 years, while prices have climbed about 26%,” said Borja Muniz, President of ANAPAL, the association representing over 4,100 lottery shops across Spain.
Muniz explained that the top prize, known as the "Fat One," once allowed winners to buy two homes, but nowadays it barely covers one. To address inflation, ANAPAL has suggested increasing the cost of a tenth of a ticket, or “decimo,” from 20 to 25 euros and raising the top prize from 400,000 to 500,000 euros per winning decimo.
The proposal has been sent to Spain’s state-run lottery agency and the Budget Ministry, which have yet to comment. Alongside the prize increase, sellers are requesting their sales commission be raised from 4.5% to 6%, matching other national draws.
The 2025 Christmas Lottery, scheduled for 22 December, is set to bring significant updates to the country’s most traditional raffle event.
Author's Summary
Spain’s lottery sellers demand higher ticket prices and jackpots to counter inflation and preserve the allure of winning in the nation’s famous Christmas draw.
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