Tracking economy for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
Economy · TransportationAirbus production delays affect TAP Air Portugal deliveries, Santo Tirso jobs, and ticket prices. Engine shortages and Boeing rivalry reshape aviation in 2026.
Economy · National NewsEuribor hits highest level since April 2025 as ECB rate hike looms. Variable-rate mortgage holders in Portugal face €30+ monthly increases. What residents need to know.
Economy · National NewsEssential food basket now costs €259. Discover why groceries jumped €71 in 4 years and what you can do about rising costs in Portugal.
Economy · Digital LifestyleNew ISS portal eliminates paper slips. Pay via Multibanco or IBAN, get instant confirmation. Two-factor authentication protects your account. June 2026 payment schedule inside.
Economy · TechFnac Darty acquires 11 Staples stores across Portugal. Learn how this retail consolidation affects consumers, businesses, and shopping in Portuguese cities.
Economy · PoliticsPortugal government rejects €700M Alentejo EU cohesion funding cuts for 2028-2034. Minister pledges region won't lose more than national average. Here's what it means.
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 · PoliticsU.S. sanctions four Iranian crypto exchanges including Nobitex. Brent crude hits $97.81 amid Strait of Ormuz tensions, raising concerns for eurozone inflation.
Economy · National NewsPortugal saw 16.3% house price growth in 2025—third-highest globally. Discover how 2026 Euribor rises, government incentives, and EU reforms now impact your mortgage and rent.