Tracking economy for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
Transportation · EconomyCoimbra's electric bus system exceeded demand targets by 20% with 1M trips since January. Discover how Portugal's transit model is reshaping urban mobility for residents and expats.
Economy · PoliticsPortugal's 2026 labour reform extends contract terms, reintroduces individual time banks, and adds AI oversight. General strike set for June 3. What it means for you.
Economy · National NewsPortugal receives €2.321 billion in EU recovery funds, accelerating project completion. New jobs, healthcare upgrades, and digital investment coming by 2026.
Economy · National NewsEuribor hits 2.619%, a 5-month high affecting 40% of Portugal's variable mortgages. Markets expect ECB rate hike in June as inflation persists.
Tourism · EconomyNearly 2M cruise passengers heading to Portugal ports in 2026. What changed after disease outbreaks, and how it affects you.
Tech · EconomyPortugal attracts €3.58B FDI in semiconductor and space manufacturing. Explore how advanced industries are reshaping regional economies, creating high-skill jobs, and positioning the country in global tech value chains.
Politics · EconomyPortugal's government marks year one with labor reform facing union opposition. Lower taxes delivered, but 73% of young workers still plan to leave.
Economy · National NewsIEA warns global oil reserves could run dry in weeks as Strait of Hormuz stays shut. Portugal faces surging fuel costs, halved GDP growth, and inflation spike. What it means for you.
Economy · National NewsMartifer shareholders have until June 3 to sell at €2.057/share as Visabeira, Mota-Engil, and I'M-SGPS consolidate control. Learn what this means for your investment.