EconomySmall Euribor Rise Signals Calmer, Not Cheaper, Mortgages in Portugal
Euribor ticks higher, nudging Portuguese mortgage payments by €1-2. See how to cushion future moves and renegotiate better terms.
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Economy · ImmigrationTalent Crunch Looms as Portugal Unemployment Slides to 5.9%
Explore Portugal's 5.9% unemployment low, top hiring sectors and rising wages, with visa, NHR tax and credential tips for incoming professionals.
Transportation · EconomyLisbon Targets 45 Flights an Hour as Airport Overhaul Looms
Lisbon airport upgrade seeks more slots. Learn works may delay flights, raise noise or rents, and what expats need to know. Key dates through 2028.
Economy · ImmigrationFrom Lisbon to Zürich: Mapping Portugal's Modern Diaspora
New data on the Portugal diaspora shows 2.1M nationals abroad, with Switzerland on top. See how this trend affects labour demand and housing costs.
Sports · EconomyBenfica’s Riviera Triumph Brings Lisbon Closer to Champions League Nights
Benfica’s 2-0 victory in Nice edges Lisbon toward Champions League riches—expect busier flights, pricier rooms and ticket frenzies next week.
Economy · CultureLisbon Judges Give Visão Breathing Room While Publisher Seeks Rescue
Visão liquidation on hold; judges seek creditor views. Keep up with the weekly's fate and what it means for Portugal's press.
Economy · PoliticsRecord Rents Put Portugal on Alert as Housing Crisis Escalates
Portugal housing crisis squeezing expats and locals with record rents. Discover planned emergency measures and tips for finding affordable leases.
Economy · ImmigrationAugust Withholding Cut Gives Portugal Pensioners a Two-Month Windfall
New IRS tables slash Portugal pension withholding, giving retirees up to €130 in Aug–Sep. Check if you qualify and plan ahead for October's reset.
EconomyEuribor Zigzags Leave Portugal's Expat Borrowers Rethinking Mortgage Plans
Euribor nudges up at 3 months yet slips at 6-12. See how the mixed curve could shift your Portugal mortgage payment and bank spread. Plan ahead now.