Tourism · EconomyOverseas Cash Ignites €331m Hotel Boom Across Portugal in 2025
Portugal hotel investment soars to €331m in H1 2025, adding jobs and shifting rents for expats. Discover where cranes are rising nationwide now.
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Tracking economy for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
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EconomyRevolut Launches Portuguese Branch and Local IBANs
Revolut has launched a full branch in Portugal, finally offering local PT50 IBANs, full Multibanco and MB Way integration, and interest-bearing accounts. We analyze what this major update means for Revolut's 1.8 million Portuguese customers and how it will impact the traditional banking landscape.
EconomyRevolut Loans in Portugal: The End of the Bargain?
Thinking about Revolut loans in Portugal? We analyze the recent TAEG increase from 7,6% to 9,65% and compare their personal credit costs against traditional Portuguese banks.
Transportation · EconomyAugust Ground Crew Strike to Snarl Flights from Lisbon and Porto
Portugal airport strike halts ground crews in Lisbon and Porto. Learn dates, affected airlines and traveller rights before your August 2024 trip.
Sports · EconomyArbitration Court Freezes Benfica Stadium Ban, Keeping Lisbon Matchdays Alive
Lisbon sports court suspends Estádio da Luz closure. Tickets stay valid—see how decision affects expats' travel plans and refunds.
Economy · HealthPortugal Moves to Shield Survivors from Mortgage Insurance Surcharges
New rules bar banks from probing decade-old illness records under Portugal's 'right to be forgotten', cutting premiums for expats seeking mortgages.
Economy · PoliticsOECD Economist Set to Lead Banco de Portugal as Expats Watch Rates
Discover how Portugal's new central bank governor may sway eurozone rates, mortgages and expat finances. Learn what to watch in September hearings.
Economy · PoliticsLisbon Expands Angola Export Credit, Unlocking €3.25 B for Firms
Portugal adds €750M to its Angola export credit, offering €3.25B in guarantees—creating new tenders and job openings for globally minded businesses.
Transportation · EconomyPortugal Pushes Taxi Renewal Deadline to 2027, Easing Fleet Pressure
Portugal delays taxi age cap to 2027, keeping fleets steady and boosting EV grants. Learn how extended deadlines impact late-night rides.