Tracking economy for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
Economy · National NewsPortugal’s Q3 2025 budget surplus narrowed to 3.8% of GDP. Discover what this means for taxes, public services and your cost of living as an expat or resident.
Economy · National NewsECB’s upgraded 2026 euro-area growth forecast signals steadier jobs, softer mortgages and higher tax revenue—tailwinds for Portuguese exporters and homeowners.
Economy · PoliticsDiscover how the EU’s last-minute Ukraine loan overhaul could saddle Portugal with a €140M guarantee, raising future bond costs and legal liabilities.
Economy · PoliticsEU-Mercosur trade pact postponed to January 2026, reshaping risks and opportunities for Portugal’s exporters, farmers and policymakers. Read the full analysis.
Health · EconomyNon-medical patients occupy 12% of Portuguese hospital beds, pushing ER waits past 6 hours and surgeries back a year. See costs, hardest-hit regions and fixes.
EconomyFrom January, the ECB pledges to approve most bank requests within 15 days, cutting red tape and saving Portuguese lenders an estimated €4–7 million a year.
Politics · EconomyPortugal’s PM Luís Montenegro meets Zelensky in Kyiv, sealing an underwater-drone production pact and announcing a 2026 trade forum—learn how it may boost defence and commerce.
Economy · CultureBacalhau and turkey in Portugal now cost up to 15% more, squeezing Christmas budgets. Get the data and 5 expert tips to keep your festive table affordable.
Politics · EconomyFacing record winter energy bills, President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa urges households across Portugal to embrace solidarity—discover vital support measures now.