Tracking economy for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
Economy · National NewsUS-Iran escalation pushes oil over $87/barrel. Diesel prices in Portugal expected to jump 12 cents/liter. Government tax relief approved. Impacts ahead for residents and expats.
Tech · EconomyEU's Digital Markets Act forces Google to share search data and open Android to competitors by 2027. Here's what it means for you in Portugal.
Sports · Economy2026 World Cup final tickets now cost €34,100 on resale—more than two months' gross salary for Portuguese workers. EU and US probe FIFA's monopoly pricing.
Transportation · EconomyAer Lingus eliminates 500 jobs and cuts 6% of routes by fall 2026. Learn how Dublin-Faro and Porto flights are affected and book smartly.
Immigration · Economy58-year-old lawyer in Odivelas arrested for stealing €1.2M from 33 Golden Visa investors. Third major fraud case in 2026. Essential protection tips for Portugal residents.
Economy · PoliticsEU court allows Portugal's competition authority to seize work emails without prior warrant in cartel investigations. Here's what businesses and workers need to know.
Economy · National NewsTwo Portuguese players won €150K+ in Euromilhões secondary prizes (July 2026). Understand the 20% tax impact, net payouts, and the €50M jackpot draw coming July 17.
Tech · EconomyGulbenkian marks 70 years shaping Portuguese science. From professionalizing research to launching 500+ PhDs across 23 countries—how private funding filled public gaps.
Economy · ImmigrationWhy Saudi, Qatari, and Kuwaiti funds invest €150M in Portugal's premium real estate and infrastructure—targeting returns, not visas or residency.