Tracking economy for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
Economy · ImmigrationPortugal ranks 3rd in EU for hiring difficulties. Discover how labor shortages impact wages, job opportunities, and visa programs for foreign workers.
Economy · PoliticsUS-Iran peace negotiations drive Portugal's PSI index and energy costs lower Tuesday. How diplomatic uncertainty affects your portfolio and household budget.
Tourism · EconomyMadeira welcomes 129 cruise ships, 324K passengers in Q1 2025. Learn how surge affects local economy, housing, and quality of life for island residents.
Transportation · EconomyCoimbra metrobus demand surges 86% above forecast. Metro Mondego orders five electric buses by August 2026 to handle demand and improve service frequency.
Economy · National NewsPortugal's debt hit €287.1 billion in April. Learn how certificados de aforro and new tax cuts impact residents and expats in Portugal.
Transportation · EconomyFord resurrects Fiesta as affordable electric hatchback by 2028. €25,000 pricing, 400km range, unique tuning vs Renault 5. What Portuguese drivers need to know.
Tech · EconomyAnthropic files for IPO with $965B valuation. Discover what this means for Portuguese investors, cybersecurity mandates, and the EU AI Act enforcement by August 2026.
Transportation · EconomyTAP Air Portugal raising fares due to fuel costs. Portugal residents should book before June 15 to lock in current prices with free modifications this summer.
Transportation · EconomyEasyJet denies takeover talks with Castlelake amid fuel cost pressures. Share price volatility driven by Middle East tensions affecting European carriers.