Tracking economy for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
Transportation · EconomyStrait of Hormuz closure drives aviation fuel crisis in Portugal. Airlines cut routes, ticket prices surge. How residents should prepare for summer travel.
Economy · SportsBenfica SAD shares surge 11% after US fund agrees 70% premium deal for 16% stake. American investors now control over 21% of Portugal's top football club.
Economy · PoliticsIran's blockade of Hormuz threatens fuel and energy prices across Portugal. Learn how this conflict impacts your household budget and what's next.
Economy · National NewsOne year after Portugal's 15-hour blackout, ERSE decides if residents receive compensation. Learn what happened, what changed, and how to prepare.
Environment · EconomyExpert report clears Portugal's power system. Spain caused 2025 blackout. Discover €137M infrastructure upgrades protecting your electricity supply through 2026.
Economy · National NewsFrozen food workers at Monliz demand €1,050 monthly wages and 35-hour weeks in Portugal. Here's what the strike means for your grocery prices and labor rights.
National News · EconomyPortugal storm reconstruction delays 3 months on: only 3,068 housing payments approved from 36,000 claims. Navigate aid access, credit relief, and reconstruction support for affected residents.
Transportation · EconomySpanish automaker Ebro brings compact electric vehicle to Portugal winter 2026. Barcelona-built with 400km range, competing with Chinese EVs through growing local service network.
Economy · EnvironmentAsian gall wasp devastates Bragança chestnuts—50% harvest loss. Portugal releases parasitic wasps to fight back. Impact on prices and rural areas.