Tracking national news for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
Economy · National NewsPortugal's inflation hits 3.3% in April 2026 as energy costs surge 11.7%. ECB holds rates at 2% but June hike expected—impacts on mortgages and savings.
National News · PoliticsMajor drug network dismantled in Évora. 8 arrested, 12,000 doses seized. How Instagram and TikTok fuel trafficking across Portugal—what expats need to know.
Economy · National NewsBPCE completes €6.7B Novo Banco acquisition. Portuguese state recovers €1.67B from 12-year BES fallout. French bank gains major foothold. Customer impact explained.
Politics · National NewsChega proposes new rules requiring donor names public as Portugal returns to transparency on political financing after recent blackout. New law targets all public entities by 2026.
Transportation · National NewsStorm damage and delayed electrification leave Oeste and Beira Baixa lines disrupted through 2026. Understand the timeline and what changes for daily commuters.
Tech · National NewsPortugal's GNR warns residents to destroy shipping labels before binning packages. Simple step prevents identity theft and phishing scams targeting online shoppers.
Economy · National NewsPortugal extends storm loan moratorium for affected businesses by 12 months to April 2027. Learn eligibility rules, what's covered, and pension supplement updates for 2026.
Politics · National NewsLisbon court blocks re-prosecution of Football Leaks whistleblower Rui Pinto on double jeopardy grounds, in ruling that may reshape Portuguese criminal procedure.
Economy · National NewsPortuguese household deposits reached record €201.7B in March 2026, up 4.7% year-on-year. Explore what this means for residents' savings amid inflation concerns.