Tracking economy for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
Tech · EconomyEU antitrust probe into Google’s AI training could force fair payments to Portugal’s publishers and YouTubers, but may spark U.S. tariffs that endanger exports.
Tech · EconomySiemens will open AI & UX centres in Lisbon and Porto next year, creating 250 high-skill jobs and reinforcing Portugal’s rise as a global tech hub—learn what it means for local talent.
Transportation · EconomyPortugal’s nationwide general strike is causing mass cancellations and long delays at Lisbon Airport. Here’s what’s happening and how travellers can navigate the disruption.
Politics · EconomyEight districts may lose newspaper deliveries on 2 Jan 2026. PS seeks emergency funds for VASP; the government wants competitive bids to preserve rural news.
Tourism · EconomyTasteAtlas 2025 ranks Pastel de Belém the world’s best dessert and Alheira de Mirandela top sausage. Learn how the accolades boost Portugal’s food tourism.
Economy · TourismLisbon’s Chiado has joined the world’s top-30 retail avenues, driving prime rents to €1 680/m². Discover the impact on local shoppers, small merchants and property owners in Portugal.
Economy · PoliticsTwenty-two pacts and a €500M credit line will fund Portuguese-led energy, health, digital & infrastructure projects in Mozambique. Learn the key details here.
Health · EconomyJudge Carlos Alexandre leads a new centralised anti-fraud commission in Portugal’s SNS, uniting PJ, IGAS, IGF and Infarmed to recover €800M annually. Learn more
Economy · PoliticsPorto honored Mozambique’s President with a symbolic key and Lisbon backed a €500M credit line. Learn how Portugal–Mozambique twinning talks could deepen ties.