Economy · ImmigrationMozambique Inflation Surges to 7.22% as Fuel Crisis Drives Price Spike
Mozambique inflation jumps to 7.22% in May 2026 as fuel prices surge 45%. Portuguese businesses and expats face rising costs. What it means for residents.
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Economy · National NewsHanon Systems Warehouse Fire Halts Production at Palmela Auto Plant
Warehouse fire at Hanon Systems auto plant in Palmela halts production. No injuries reported. Facility produces electric vehicle compressors for European market.
Politics · EconomyPortugal's Labor Code Battle: What Trabalho XXI Means for Workers and Expats in 2026
Portugal's Trabalho XXI reform reshapes job security, contracts & parental leave. What foreign workers must know before the December 2026 EU deadline.
Economy · PoliticsMatosinhos Property Tax Shock: Why Your IMI Bill Just Jumped 900% and What You Can Do About It
Property owners in Matosinhos face massive IMI increases targeting vacant homes. Learn if you're affected, your rights, and how to challenge the surcharge.
Economy · National NewsAzores University Wins National Honor: Why This Matters for Portugal's Ocean Future
University of the Azores receives national honor for 50 years of marine research excellence. Learn how this impacts regional jobs, R&D funding, and ocean innovation.
Economy · National NewsPortugal's Leaders Confront Youth Brain Drain Crisis at National Day Ceremony
President Seguro and PM Montenegro address Portugal's accelerating youth emigration at June 10 ceremony in Azores. Existing tax breaks and job programs reviewed.
Economy · National NewsPortuguese Mortgage Costs Rising: How ECB Rate Hike Hits Your Monthly Payments
ECB rate hike expected Thursday. Learn how rising Euribor rates affect 850k+ Portuguese households with variable mortgages and your options.
National News · EconomyConstruction Worker Arrested for Fatal Shooting of Colleague in Silves
39-year-old construction worker detained for fatal shooting of colleague at Silves building site. Case linked to alcohol consumption and unpaid debt disputes.
Economy · National NewsPortugal's Mortgage Payments Surge as Bond Yields Climb Across Europe
Rising bond yields push Portugal's borrowing costs higher. Mortgage holders face increased payments as Euribor rates climb through 2026.