Economy · PoliticsHomebuyers Could Save €70k as Portugal Plans 6% VAT on New Homes
Portugal aims to cut VAT on new-home construction to 6%, backdated to autumn 2025, slicing up to €70,000 off flats. Price caps apply; Brussels to approve.
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Transportation · EconomyWeb Summit Jet Surge Highlights Lisbon Airport’s Capacity Crunch
Expect busier runways and possible delays at Lisbon Airport's Humberto Delgado during the 2025 Web Summit as slot limits strain capacity for fliers—plan early.
Economy · EnvironmentCanadian Fund Dumps EDP Shares, Putting Portugal’s Energy Costs in Play
Canadian pension fund sells 5.2% stake in EDP for €815m. Find out what the exit means for Portuguese electricity bills, dividends and 2030 climate goals.
Immigration · EconomyOvercrowded micro-rooms expose the dark side of Portugal’s migration and housing crisis
Discover the dark side of Portugal's housing boom. Illegal 'micro-rooms' packed with migrants reveal a crisis of exploitation, overcrowding, and weak enforcement.
Sports · EconomyRonaldo's Farewell World Cup Set for 2026, Records Still in Sight
Cristiano Ronaldo says the 2026 World Cup will be his last but vows to keep scoring for Portugal and Al Nassr, shaping Seleção and delighting Portuguese fans.
Health · EconomyMillions in Portugal Now Mix Private Insurance with Public SNS
Long waits in Portugal’s SNS are driving 3.6 million residents—35% of the population—to take out private health insurance. See what it means for expats today.
Economy · EnvironmentGlobal Coffee Price Surge Threatens €1 Espresso in Portugal
Global coffee prices jumped 30%, pushing supermarket packs up 24% and Lisbon café shots toward €1.50. Discover why Portugal’s daily espresso ritual now costs more.
Politics · EconomyLisbon's Latin America Drive Aims to Land Green Contracts, Cut Tariffs
EU-CELAC deals unlock €45 B for green tenders, tariff cuts and digital links, giving Portuguese exporters and tech firms footholds in Latin American markets.
Economy · PoliticsPortugal Races to Drop Last Russian Gas Ahead of 2027 Ban
EU ban will end Russian LNG imports in Portugal by 2027. Discover why the last 4% matters for winter heating bills and which suppliers Lisbon has lined up.