Economy · National NewsPortugal's Unemployment Trap: Why 6 in 10 Jobless Stay Out of Work
61% of Portugal's unemployed stay jobless after 3 months. Skills mismatch & structural barriers persist despite 6.1% rate & high job retention
Section
Economy
Tracking economy for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
Economy · National NewsAll Economy stories
Transportation · EconomyPortugal's Airport Workers Win 5% Raises and Inflation Protection Through 2029
Menzies ground handlers secure 4-year wage deal with 5% raises, back-pay, and inflation indexing. Avoids summer travel disruptions at Lisbon, Porto airports.
Transportation · EconomyEU Clarifies Flight Cancellation Rules When Fuel Runs Short
European Commission clarifies fuel shortage rules: genuine scarcity exempts airlines from €250-€600 payouts, but you keep refunds and care. Portugal filing tips.
Transportation · EconomyHow EU's New Airport Funding Rules Will Reshape Your Portuguese Flight Options
EU cuts airport subsidies from 2027, favoring regional hubs under 1M passengers. Beja and Azores airports benefit, but route launches face tougher rules.
Economy · National NewsPortugal's Tax Debtor Registry: Your Guide to Getting Off the List
Portugal's tax debtor list affects 25,000+ residents. Learn how to check if you're listed, remove your name, and avoid mortgage denials & asset seizure.
Economy · National NewsPortugal's Labor Overhaul Could Change Your Job Security: What Employees and Expats Need to Know
Portugal's "Trabalho XXI" reform bypasses union talks, threatening job stability with expanded temporary contracts. Impact on employment, expats, and minimum wage clarified.
Politics · EconomyNATO's New 5% Defense Spending Target: What It Means for Portugal's Budget by 2035
NATO sets 5% defense spending target by 2035—nearly triple current levels. Portugal faces major budget shifts. Learn about fiscal trade-offs and opportunities.
National News · EconomyAlmada Radio Stations Face Closure as Illegal Electricity Theft Silences FM Broadcasts
Illegal electricity theft in Penajoia settlement blacks out two Almada FM stations since May 10. IHRU and Council inaction puts 11 jobs at risk.
Politics · EconomyEU Budget Showdown: Parliament Demands €200B Increase as Portugal Threatens Veto
EU Parliament demands €200B more for 2028-34 budget. Portugal may veto over cohesion funds that support regional development, infrastructure & jobs. What's at stake for residents.