EconomyPortugal’s Falling Bond Yields Offer Borrowers Fresh Relief
Falling Portuguese bond yields hint at lower mortgages and cheaper business credit. Learn what the rate slide means for your 2024 finances.
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Economy · PoliticsCheaper Olive Oil? Portugal to Reinstate 6% VAT on Pressing
State Budget 2026 drops VAT on olive pressing from 23% to 6%, hoping to ease grocery bills across Portugal. See timeline, price impact, caveats.
Economy · TechMoney in Ten Seconds: Portugal Adjusts to EU-Wide Instant Transfers
Instant transfers Portugal-wide are now mandatory: move euros 24/7 in under 10 s, with capped fees and name-IBAN safety checks—see impact on rent and bills.
Economy · PoliticsPortugal Trims Corporate Tax to 19%, Sparking Budget Jitters
Portugal will cut its corporate tax to 19% in 2026 and aims for 17% by 2028. Learn what the change means for hiring, investment and Portugal’s state budget.
EconomyPortugal's Trade Gap Widens as Imports Outpace Sluggish Exports
Portugal trade gap grows; rising energy imports may keep winter bills high. Learn how the latest stats affect jobs and prices.
Economy · TransportationBrent Crude Slides to Five-Month Low, Signalling Cheaper Fuel for Portugal
Brent crude’s five-month low could trim €0.03–0.05 per litre from Portuguese fuel prices later this month, pending taxes, forex moves and refinery margins.
Politics · EconomyOpposition Slams Portugal’s 2026 Budget as Gift to Banks
Portugal’s 2026 State Budget scraps bank surcharge, cuts company tax and lowers IRS brackets. See how shifts impact mortgages, rents and your take-home pay.
Politics · EconomySlim Wage Offer in 2026 Budget Spurs 24 October Public-Sector Strike
Public-sector unions reject Portugal's 2% pay offer, planning a 24 Oct walkout. Learn how services and commuters could be hit.
Immigration · EconomyTax Breaks and Grants Extended as Portugal Courts Returning Expats
Regressar extended through 2025: 50 % IRS exemption and cash grants up to seven IAS for Portuguese expats returning home. Apply now online by March 2026.