Tracking economy for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
Environment · EconomyVolunteers saved 7,890 Cory’s shearwaters in the Azores in 2025, bolstering Portugal’s future. Learn how lighting reforms and local action set a rescue record.
Economy · PoliticsPortugal raises IMI construction benchmark to €570/m²—€712.5 incl. land—effective 2026. Learn how this could increase residents' property tax bills next year.
Politics · EconomyFrom 2025, Portugal's new media transparency rules will reveal state ad revenues, foreign funding and directors' political ties. Submit comments by January 15.
EconomyPortugal’s subsidised mortgage for buyers with 60%+ disability sees a slight rate hike to 2.623% in Jan 2026. Find out how this impacts your repayments.
Economy · PoliticsFrom 1 January, Portugal's minimum wage rises to €870 gross, meal vouchers go up and overtime enjoys tax relief—check your January payslip to confirm the 2024 boosts.
Economy · PoliticsDiscover what Portugal’s 2.1% budget surplus and public-sector wage rises mean for taxes, mortgage rates and cost of living in 2025, plus policy deadlines.
Sports · EconomyWinter signing Sidny Cabral adds pace and versatility to Benfica’s flanks as José Mourinho readies for a tough Liga Portugal visit to Braga. Learn how the €5M deal could shift the title race.
Economy · TechPortugal’s upcoming MiCA rules impose bank-level KYC, risk checks and tough penalties—up to €5M for firms. Key dates inside and expert compliance tips.
Politics · EconomyPortugal’s PM Luís Montenegro urges the nation to swap its go-with-the-flow mindset for Cristiano Ronaldo-style grit—schools and policies may also shift.