Portugal's Talent Exodus: Salary Gaps Persist Despite Tax Relief
Portuguese professionals earn 50% less than Germany. Explore salary gaps, new tax exemptions, visa reforms, and why young talent still leaves.
Tracking economy for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
Portuguese professionals earn 50% less than Germany. Explore salary gaps, new tax exemptions, visa reforms, and why young talent still leaves.
Diesel drops ~2.6 cents/liter in Portugal next week while gasoline rises. Government tackles fuel tax fraud costing hundreds of millions annually.
EU fiscal board warns Portugal on energy spending flexibility. Learn how new budget rules affect your household bills, taxes, and long-term costs in 2026.
US court allows 10% tariffs through July 24. Learn how rising import costs affect Portuguese businesses, expats, and investors navigating trade uncertainty.
Portugal construction costs surge 5.9% with labor shortages driving prices to €1,500/m². Complete guide to building costs, materials, and budget planning.
Portugal's 63-item grocery basket fell €3.74 to €255.57 in latest DECO data, but food costs remain 36% higher than 2022. Key insights for residents.
Santander Totta redeems €400M perpetual bonds July 2026, reflecting Portugal's banking sector optimization amid ECB rate changes and capital management.
Real wages climb 3% as Portugal targets €25B Sines investment. Energy risks from Middle East tensions threaten 2.3% growth forecast in 2026.
Portugal extends short-term rental deadline to 2026. Lisbon cancels 40% of licenses, mandatory insurance now required. What Airbnb owners must know now.