Tracking economy for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
Health · EconomyMiddle East conflict triggers 30-50% price surges for surgical gloves and masks in Portuguese hospitals. Learn what this means for your healthcare access and SNS services.
Politics · EconomyEU approves €90B Ukraine loan with Portugal guaranteeing 1.5% share. First disbursement scheduled May-June 2026. Understanding the contingent liability for Portuguese taxpayers.
Politics · EconomyPortugal's new labor reform extends temporary contracts to 3 years and reintroduces unpaid hour-banking. What workers and expats in Portugal need to know this week.
Economy · National NewsPortugal's Finance Ministry confirms computer error delayed IRS refunds. Electronic payments resume by April 27. Check your status and payment timeline here.
EconomyStrait of Hormuz tensions disrupt cocoa supply chains, driving prices to $3,365/ton. Portuguese chocolate makers face rising costs and margin pressure.
Economy · National NewsBank of Portugal warns of unlicensed lender Fiducia Credito. Avoid upfront fees, verify lenders on BdP registry, report fraud immediately.
Transportation · EconomyGeopolitical tensions threaten Europe's 6-week aviation fuel supply. Learn how it impacts Portugal, flight prices, and summer tourism bookings.
Economy · National NewsPortugal's Tupperware factory sale misses €10M target, leaving 200 Constância workers and €9.1M in unpaid wages in limbo. Buyers sought for 44-year plant.
Economy · PoliticsOLAF's 2025 report flags €597M in EU fund misuse. Portuguese businesses face stricter oversight. Essential compliance steps to protect your EU funding.