Tracking economy for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
Economy · National NewsPortugal validates housing strategy: rent cap at 2.56%, landlord deadline Sept 30, €1.5B for social housing & new AL rules. Know your rights.
Economy · TransportationPortugal extends TAP sale deadline to late 2026, negotiating with Air France-KLM and Lufthansa for better terms. State retains majority control of the airline.
Economy · PoliticsPortugal locks in €16B EU grants as PRR ends. Learn about the new €22.6B PTRR programme for climate resilience and what it means for residents.
Economy · National NewsPortugal spent €380 million to regain control of its energy grid. Learn how this strategic move could affect your electricity prices and future renewable projects.
Economy · National NewsTax breaks for Portuguese landlords are on hold as the RSAA portal misses its deadline. Discover what the delay means for renters.
Economy · National NewsPortugal activates €1.3bn fuel support. Check if you qualify for sector aid and why the government rejects general tax cuts to protect NHS funding.
Economy · National NewsPensioners get €100–€200 bonus in December. IRS tax withholding drops in November salaries. €800M relief package confirmed for Portugal residents.
Economy · National NewsECB raises key rates to 2.5%, increasing mortgage payments and rental costs in Portugal. Learn how this affects homeowners, renters, and savers.
Economy · National NewsPortugal extends agricultural diesel subsidies, but dairy farmers face €72M losses. Learn how this impacts food prices and rural livelihoods for residents.