Tracking national news for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
Economy · National NewsBanco BPI’s 13% profit slip could hold deposit rates down and narrow mortgage spreads. Learn what the bank’s 2025 results mean for your money in Portugal and how to plan ahead.
Economy · National NewsThe Economist crowns Portugal the world’s best economy for 2025, pointing to cheaper mortgages, steady wages and strong job prospects. Find out what it means for you.
Politics · National NewsLisbon’s early voting for the presidential run-off hit 61% turnout, with 20 000 ballots already cast, easing 8 Feb queues. Learn what this means for your vote.
National News“Zionists out” and “Zionism = Nazism” appear across Lisbon. As Chega MP Pedro Frazão raised it in the Knesset, action lags in Portugal.
Environment · National NewsHeavy rains prompt controlled spillway releases at Alqueva, Pedrógão and Chança dams. Mértola residents face rising Guadiana flows—avoid riverbanks.
Politics · National NewsWatch Seguro and Ventura face off tonight on RTP1's presidential runoff debate. Discover how rent, healthcare and tax changes could impact families in Portugal.
Economy · National NewsResidents and firms hit by Storm Kristin can seek €10K home-repair grants, ultra-low-interest loans, fast-track permits and mortgage holidays under Portugal’s €2.5 B relief plan.
Economy · National NewsDiscover how Portugal's 2025 1.9% GDP growth will affect your 2026 salary negotiations, Euribor-linked mortgages and EU reconstruction fund deadlines.
Economy · National NewsPortugal’s 1.9% GDP growth in 2025 strengthens jobs, supports wage gains and may trim variable-rate mortgages. Residents and expats: start planning now for 2026.