Economy · PoliticsTax Cuts and Local Upgrades Ahead After Portugal’s €1.3B Surplus
Portugal’s €1.3B surplus could bring lower income taxes, upgraded local services and cheaper mortgages for residents—discover what the 2026 State Budget holds.
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Environment · EconomyAlmada Cliffs Closed, Residents Evacuated: Hotel, Rent Aid & EU Funds
Almada shuts unstable Costa de Caparica cliffs, evacuates residents. Read how to access hotel stays, rent aid and EU disaster funds. Act now. Apply today!
Environment · EconomyAfter Storm Kristin, Repairs Speed Up: 6,500 Homes Offline, Fees Waived
Power crews race to restore power after Storm Kristin in Portugal; ERSE will waive Feb electricity charges for outages over 24h. Report hazards at 800 506 506.
National News · Economy99% of Portugal’s Homes Have Power—Aid and Refunds Now Open
After Storm Kristin cut power to 850k in Portugal, 99.2% are back online. Homes and firms can claim tariff refunds and €2.5B repair grants—apply before 29 Feb.
Economy · National NewsLisbon Tenants Spend 82% of Income; Tax Breaks and Inland Moves Provide Relief
Lisbon tenants now spend 82% of take-home pay on rent. Learn how new tax breaks and affordable inland towns across Portugal can ease monthly budgets—find practical tips here.
Economy · PoliticsPalmela Autoeuropa Staff Win 2026 Pay Rise, Vow More Protests
Autoeuropa workers in Palmela clinch €100 monthly raise from 2026 but still plan walk-outs against Lisbon labour reform, risking hits to local jobs and taxes.
Politics · EconomyPortugal Fast-Tracks €5,000 Storm Repair Grants with No On-Site Checks
Discover how Portugal residents can secure a government grant of up to €5,000 for storm repairs within 3 working days—no site visits needed. Apply today.
Sports · EconomyBenfica Winger Faces 10-Match UEFA Ban; Sporting Boost & Porto Profit
UEFA charges Benfica winger Gianluca Prestianni facing 10-match racism ban and closures. Sporting regain Ioannidis and Suárez as FC Porto posts €1.9M profit.
EconomyPSI Tops 16-Year High: Impact on Mortgages, Savings and Pensions in Portugal
Portugal’s PSI climbs to a 16-year high. See how mortgage costs, savings yields and pension funds may shift—and what actions residents should consider.