Immigration · EconomyReused Schoolbooks Cut Back-to-School Costs for Foreign Families in Portugal
Discover how Portugal's free textbook scheme saves grade 5-12 families hundreds. Learn to claim MEGA vouchers and dodge hidden costs this August.
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Tracking economy for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
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Economy · PoliticsHow New 15% US Tariffs Could Affect Expats in Portugal
US tariffs jump to 15%, inflating prices on Portuguese wine, cork and tech. Learn how the hike could squeeze salaries, rentals and business margins.
Tourism · EconomyÉvora’s New €1.50 Nightly Levy: What It Means for Hosts and Guests
Évora tourist tax adds €1.50 per night. Learn who pays, exemptions, and how expat hosts must register to avoid fines under 2024 rules.
Transportation · EconomyPortugal Relaunches TAP Sale as IAG Eyes Lisbon’s Transatlantic Hub
TAP sale could reshape Lisbon flights, fares and jobs. Learn what IAG’s bid means for expats before offers close in 2026. Stay ahead of the changes.
Economy · ImmigrationPortugal’s Talent Drain, From Lisbon to Zurich, Alters Expat Life
Portugal emigration reshapes jobs and hospitals. Discover 2024’s Swiss, Spanish hotspots and see how talent drain could influence life in Portugal.
EconomySummer Rebound: Portugal’s Economy Picks Up, Opening Doors for Expats
Portugal economy grew 0.6% in Q2 2025, boosting jobs and investment. Learn how firmer growth could shift salaries, rents and your relocation plans.
Tourism · EconomyPortugal Sets June Revenue High as Visitor Mix Quietly Shifts
Portugal tourism posts record June takings; German and U.S. arrivals climb. Learn what pricier rooms and fuller hotels mean for your move.
Economy · CultureEmergency Bid Seeks to Stall Portugal’s TiN Magazine Shutdown
TiN liquidation could pull Visão, Exame and Caras from Portugal’s shelves. See key dates and steps foreigners should take before assets go to auction.
EconomyPingo Doce Parent Lifts Profit, Signals Stable Grocery Prices
Jerónimo Martins posts €269M H1 profit but vows to hold Pingo Doce prices down—good news for shoppers watching Portugal’s cost of living closely.