Tracking economy for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
Transportation · EconomyPortugal’s 2026 State Budget scraps tolls on inland motorways like the A25 and A6, but economists say taxpayers may foot up to €100 million in lost revenue.
Economy · National NewsPortugal will lift the full pension age to 66 years and 11 months by 2027. See who can retire earlier, how penalties work and what it means for salaries.
Economy · PoliticsThe EU forecasts a 0.3%-of-GDP deficit for Portugal in 2026, raising doubts about planned tax cuts, wage hikes and free childcare under the new budget.
Tech · EconomyBillions pour into Portugal’s data centre boom, yet local hiring stays modest. See how Sines and other hubs could still affect your power bill, taxes.
Health · EconomyPortugal injects €678M into SNS hospitals to hire staff, expand oncology units and cut waiting lists—see how the funding could shorten your next appointment.
Tech · EconomyPortugal’s €205M ESA pledge will expand its 1,600-strong space workforce and fund an Azores landing complex slated for 2030.
Economy · National NewsPortugal’s economy expanded 2.4% in Q3 2024, powered by stronger household spending and a rebound in exports, outpacing the euro-area average and lifting wages.
Politics · EconomyPortugal is boosting its NATO troop presence in Slovakia, while Lisbon's bilateral business forum seeks to turn defence links into fresh trade and investment.
Sports · EconomyBy beating Club Brugge, Sporting CP boosts Portugal’s UEFA coefficient, edges toward the Champions League last 16 and lifts Lisbon’s match-day economy. Read more.