Economy · PoliticsPortugal’s 2025 Budget Surplus Could Lower Mortgage Rates and Taxes
Discover how Portugal's projected 2025 budget surplus may lower mortgage rates, put an extra €350 in pay packets through IRS cuts, and trim corporate tax to 20%.
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Economy · PoliticsSeixal Battles E-Redes Over Nightly Blackouts, Demands Grid Overhaul
Seixal files ERSE complaint against E-Redes after nightly blackouts. Portugal residents learn how to claim refunds, get free legal aid and track upgrades.
Tourism · EconomyDay-Trippers and Seasonal Campers Now Exempt from Matosinhos Tourist Tax
Stay in Matosinhos without the surcharge: under-4-hour visits and 90+-day camper contracts are exempt from the €2 tourist tax—learn the details before booking.
EconomyPortugal’s 2026 IRS Update Puts More Cash in Workers’ and Pensioners’ Paychecks
Learn how Portugal’s 2026 IRS withholding tables raise net salaries and pensions, outline employer deadlines, and help you avoid surprises on 2027 tax returns.
Politics · EconomyPortugal Fast-Tracks Housing Tax Relief: 6% IVA, 10% IRS and 7.5% IMT
Portugal hastens housing tax overhaul: 6% IVA, 10% IRS for landlords, 7.5% IMT on foreign buyers—measures designed to lift supply and cool soaring rents.
EconomyForeign Investors Drive 10% Surge in Portugal’s Commercial Property in 2025
Foreign investors poured €2.7B into Portugal’s commercial property in 2025, driving a 10% boost across retail, offices & hotels. Discover local impacts
Economy · National NewsPortugal’s Inflation Slows to 2.3% in 2025—Fuel Relief, Food Squeeze
Portugal’s inflation in 2025 cooled to 2.3%, offering fuel relief but pushing food prices higher—see the impact on wages, rent and your 2026 household budget.
Economy · National News€221M Army Boost Pushes Portugal to NATO 2%, Fuels Jobs, Budget Strain
Portugal’s €221M defence boost aims to hit NATO’s 2 % GDP target, create skilled jobs and test the public purse. Follow how the 2025 budget impacts taxpayers and industry.
Economy · National NewsPortugal Uses €2.8 B Surplus to Cut Taxes and Boost Local Projects
Portugal’s €2.8B 2025 budget surplus funds IRS rate cuts, housing incentives & local projects. See how it affects taxes & mortgages for Portugal residents.