Tracking economy for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
Economy · Health · National NewsPortugal's June welfare payments mask deeper crisis: aging population, healthcare worker shortage, elder care gaps threaten retirees, families, and rural communities.
Economy · PoliticsOver 60 Portuguese tax offices closed June 1, 2026 as workers demand career reform. Ongoing crisis affects property sales, refunds, customs, and business permits.
National News · EconomyPortugal court suspends ex-BES banker Salgado's 13-year sentence due to Alzheimer's despite €8B taxpayer cost from collapse. Full accountability details.
National News · EconomyHomeless car park worker killed in Coimbra turf dispute. Incident highlights survival pressures as city reduces street homelessness by 31% since 2023.
Economy · National NewsSix new enterprise zones launching across Portugal to ease Sines overload. Northern hubs create jobs and investment opportunities beyond Lisbon.
Economy · TechMicrosoft's €8.6B AI investment at Sines Campus reshapes Portugal's economy, creating jobs and establishing Europe's AI hub. Learn the impact.
Politics · EconomyFormer President backs Portugal's public service overhaul. Expect faster permits, simpler procedures, and digital services as government battles resistance.
Economy · TransportationSupreme Court ruling lets you contest IUC bills with sales proof even if IMT registry isn't updated. Learn how to challenge demands and what 2027 changes mean.
Economy · National NewsPortugal's IMI property tax deadline has passed. Learn what penalties, interest rates, and property seizure risks non-payers now face in 2026.