Tracking economy for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
Transportation · EconomySkoda launches two electric SUVs in Portugal 2026: affordable Epiq from €25,000 and seven-seat Peaq. Details on pricing, range, and incentives.
Economy · PoliticsHow France's €72.8B nuclear program could affect electricity prices across Portugal through EU energy markets. What the 14-reactor plan means for your bills.
Economy · PoliticsNew rental and inheritance laws unlock 250,000 empty homes in Portugal. Faster evictions, forced-sale rules, and emergency tenant fund. What renters and heirs need to know.
Transportation · EconomyPortugal airports hit January record with 4.4M passengers. Porto surges 9.6% with new US routes, while Lisbon's capacity crisis worsens. What it means for travelers.
Economy · National NewsEDP executive Pedro Vasconcelos exits after 19 years. Interim CEO Duarte Bello takes over Iberian operations—what it means for Portugal's energy sector.
Sports · EconomyBernardo Silva leaves Man City as free agent June 2026. Five clubs compete for the Portuguese star: Galatasaray, Juventus, Inter Miami, Benfica, and Saudi sides. Full transfer analysis.
Economy · TransportationMiddle East conflict pushes oil prices up sharply, threatening higher fuel costs, expensive flights, and market volatility for Portugal residents. Key impacts explained.
Economy · TransportationIran crisis closes Strait of Hormuz, pushing diesel and petrol toward €2 per liter in Portugal. What residents need to know about fuel prices next week.
Immigration · EconomyForeign workers now account for 14% of Portugal's social contributions. Data shows migrants inject €3.3B surplus annually, contradicting political narratives about immigration costs.