Tracking economy for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
Transportation · EconomyPolestar exits US market by 2027 after regulatory denial. European buyers benefit from brand's strategic pivot, with 80% of sales already in Europe.
Tech · EconomyPortugal-Spain bid for EU AI Gigafactory at Sines: €4B Portuguese stake, 3% GDP impact, sovereign compute for SMEs and state. First units 2027.
Health · EconomyPortugal's SNS24 hotline staff lose pay for bathroom breaks and meals. Nurses work 7-8 hours straight as independent contractors with no labor protections.
National News · EconomyA Porto building collapsed during demolition on Rua Antero de Quental. The shopkeeper escaped safely, exposing critical construction safety gaps in Portugal.
Economy · PoliticsPortugal's 16,115 public managers earned €3,129/month in 2025—below EU peers. SIADAP reforms and further pay changes planned for mid-2026.
Economy · PoliticsPortugal's new sovereign wealth fund will acquire stakes in energy, banking, and telecoms to protect national interests. Discover what this strategic shift means for residents and foreign investors.
National News · EconomyDouble 7.2-7.5 quakes hit Venezuela killing 188. Portugal deploys rescue teams, NOS offers free calls. 5 Portuguese missing. What you need to know.
Economy · PoliticsBrexit leaves UK economy 6-8% smaller after decade. PM Starmer resigns amid crisis. How this affects Portuguese expats in UK, tourism, and trade.
Politics · EconomyLisbon struggles with 642 unresolved illegal housing occupations. New law 67/2025 enables faster evictions. What this means for your housing prospects and wait times.