Economy · PoliticsCommerce Confederation Seeks Grand Bargain in Portugal’s Labour Code Overhaul
Portugal labour code revamp may alter remote work, minimum wage and contract length—follow the talks now to protect your next expat payslip.
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Immigration · EconomyPortugal Scores Double Win in Global Remote-Work Rankings
Savills ranks Lisbon 5th and the Algarve 10th for digital nomads. See costs, visa tips and housing moves before you relocate.
Economy · ImmigrationSmall Euribor Swings, Big Impact on Portugal Home Loans for Expats
Euribor just nudged again. See what the latest 3-, 6- and 12-month moves mean for your Portuguese mortgage or savings plan.
Politics · EconomyGovernment’s ‘Trabalho XXI’ Plan Sparks September Showdown Over Portugal’s Work Rules
Portugal's labour reform could extend 3-year contracts and curb strikes. Discover how the plan and 20 Sept protests may affect your job.
Sports · EconomyFinal Óbidos Open Signals Portugal’s Rising Golf Economy for Expats
Discover the last Royal Óbidos Open, 11-14 Sept: elite Challenge Tour golf, coastal getaways and investment clues near Lisbon. Plan your visit.
Transportation · EconomyLisbon Metro Trains Roll Again, Yet Strike Threat Still Looms
Lisbon Metro trains running again after rush-hour walkouts. Wage talks unresolved—stay updated, plan backups for daily commutes and airport trips.
EconomyLisbon Stocks Start Week Firmer as Traders Eye Fed Signals
Portugal’s PSI edges up, with BCP and Sonae leading while investors await Fed rate clues. Discover how Lisbon’s rally could sway pensions and housing.
Politics · EconomyEx-PM on Trial over State Bank Seat—and Why Expats Should Watch
José Sócrates denies meddling in Portugal's CGD board. Trial outcome may influence loan rules, rates and day-to-day paperwork for migrants.
Economy · ImmigrationPortugal’s Soaring Rents: What Newcomers Will Pay from Lisbon to Viseu
Compare Lisbon's €22/m² highs with interior bargains under €10. See 2024 rent trends, new housing laws and budgeting tips before you sign a lease.