Tracking economy for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
EconomyGalp’s Q4 update shows a 54% jump in gas trading and higher oil output—moves that could steady petrol prices and home heating bills across Portugal this winter. Read the full analysis.
Tech · EconomyDiscover NOVA Law’s 38 proposals to outlaw dark patterns, require human oversight of gig platforms and safeguard Portuguese workers under EU rules by 2026.
EconomyPortugal’s exporters face slimmer margins as the eurozone surplus dips in 2025, while households may gain from lower energy bills and steadier mortgage rates.
Culture · EconomyDiscover Presença’s spring lineup of prize-winning fiction and finance guides arriving in Portuguese bookstores March-June. Pre-order now and save 10%.
Tech · EconomyFrom AI screening rules to mandatory pay bands, Portugal’s 2026 digital-labour laws transform hiring, freelancing and platform work—learn what employers and workers must do now.
Transportation · EconomyWith the A1 closed near Coimbra by floods, TAP adds seven extra Lisbon-Porto air bridge flights, saving up to two hours of travel time—book early for fares.
EconomyDiscover how the Eurozone’s €164.6 B 2025 trade surplus steadies mortgages, tames import prices and lifts Portuguese exports—what it means for your finances today.
Sports · EconomyBenfica may sell António Silva and Nicolás Otamendi for €50M, which could push ticket prices up and reshape Lisbon match-day traffic. Follow transfer updates.
Economy · EnvironmentFebruary storms wrecked Carrasqueira stilt pier, grounding Alcácer do Sal fishers. Learn how to access Portuguese emergency aid, EU grants & local donations.