Tracking economy for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
Economy · PoliticsFrom 1 January, Portugal's minimum wage rises to €870 gross, meal vouchers go up and overtime enjoys tax relief—check your January payslip to confirm the 2024 boosts.
Politics · EconomyPortugal’s PM Luís Montenegro urges the nation to swap its go-with-the-flow mindset for Cristiano Ronaldo-style grit—schools and policies may also shift.
Tourism · EconomyDiscover how Northern Portugal’s eco-tourism surge—from harvest tours to new conservation projects—boosts local incomes, safeguards heritage and offers tips.
Transportation · EconomyÍlhavo drivers face a 4-km detour after Vista Alegre Bridge closes. Council weighs €1M repair vs €3M rebuild; public consultation opens in January in Portugal.
Economy · PoliticsPortugal must fast-track permits and cut VAT to unlock €3B in EU funds and build 150,000 homes or risk worsening affordability for residents and investors.
Economy · PoliticsAfter nine years, 1,900 Banif investors in Portugal urge PM Montenegro for a compensation plan—otherwise a class-action lawsuit could be filed this spring.
Sports · EconomyFC Porto ties goalkeeper Diogo Costa to 2030 with a €60M release clause, reinforcing their title push and handing Dragão supporters an early Christmas gift.
Economy · TransportationSee how Mota-Engil’s $214 M World Bank loan will upgrade roads, water systems and logistics hubs in Angola while generating jobs and export orders for Portugal.
Economy · TechPortugal real estate outlook 2026: logistics parks, data centres and sustainable housing attract global investors—see where capital is heading. Explore opportunities now.