Tracking economy for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
Economy · SportsPortuguese bettors staked a record €504M online in Q3 2025. Learn how new SRIJ rules and IEJO levies affect operator margins and player safeguards — read more.
Tech · EconomyDiscover how Portugal’s €400M AI agenda is transforming daily life and businesses via grants—aiming to boost GDP by €22B by 2030. Learn how to benefit.
Economy · PoliticsDiscover how Portugal's new 10% IRS rate and 6% VAT cuts aim to formalize informal rentals, boost tenant protections, and curb ghost flats.
Tourism · EconomyIn 2025, 273,000 Portuguese flew visa-free to Brazil on new direct routes. Explore the best cities, flight bargains and insider tips for your next samba-season escape.
Economy · PoliticsEU-Mercosur trade deal could boost Portuguese exports and profits but squeeze family farms. Get the latest forecasts, key deadlines and steps companies should take now.
Health · EconomyASAE confiscated 3,588 hemp foods in Porto, Braga, Aveiro and Guimarães. Learn THC limits, labelling rules and simple checks to buy legal hemp products in Portugal.
Tech · EconomyPortugal’s AI boom secures €11–13 billion for data hubs with 70% renewables and fast-track visas, see how it’s reshaping jobs & investment across Portugal.
Tech · EconomyFrom online passport renewals and nationwide 5G to cloud vouchers for SMEs, discover how Portugal’s €1bn digital plan will upskill 2.8 million residents by 2030.
Economy · TechIn 2026, AI in Portugal moves from pilot to profit, potentially adding €22B to GDP. Discover Cloud 3.0 roll-out, €400 M up-skilling funds and how to comply with the EU AI Act.