Tracking economy for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
Transportation · EconomyLearn how TAP's €20M maintenance hub in Porto will cut aircraft downtime by six hours, create 300 skilled jobs and boost northern Portugal's local economy.
Tourism · Economy2025 cruise traffic delivered an €80M boost to Lisbon’s economy and funds a €36M shore-power grid that will cut port emissions by 77% before 2030 citywide.
EconomyOECD inflation slowed to 3.9%, signalling cheaper imported goods, while energy costs climb in Portugal as the ECB holds rates. What to expect in 2026.
Economy · TechDiscover why global investors are pouring record FDI into Portugal’s green-energy and digital hubs from Braga to Setúbal—and what it means for jobs and growth in 2026.
Politics · EconomyPortugal seeks strict safeguards for farmers and exporters as a far-right no-confidence bid targets the EU-Mercosur trade pact—here’s what’s at stake now.
Politics · EconomyWith a €85 million endowment, FLAD chair José Manuel Barroso pledges bigger scholarships, research partnerships and startup grants to deepen Portugal-US cooperation.
Culture · EconomyLearn how new Portuguese grants, EU funds and digital tactics help painters, dancers and street artists—from Porto to the Algarve—turn talent into income.
Politics · EconomyLisbon condemns Iran’s violent crackdown, summons the Iranian envoy, backs fresh EU sanctions and assists Portuguese citizens seeking evacuation – learn what’s next.
EconomyDiscover why Lisbon, Faro and Madeira cost up to seven times more than inland Portugal. Explore 2025-26 price forecasts, tax perks and incentives for buyers.