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Economy · National NewsPortugal’s inflation slowed to 1.9% in January, easing grocery bills and energy prices and hinting at lower mortgage rates—what it means for households.
Politics · EconomyPortugal urges European Parliament to fast-track €450M storm relief; residents await rapid repairs, tax waivers and home-repair aid—learn how to access support.
Tech · EconomyPortugal’s SMEs get relief: Luz Prime’s €1/day fintech offers prefilled IRC, IVA, IES templates, expert hotline and grant help, cutting compliance time by hours.
Politics · EconomyOn 8 Feb, Portugal presidential run-off—Seguro vs Ventura—could veto rent caps, digital ID reforms and tax bills. Find out what it means for your household.
Environment · TransportationLisbon faces an orange storm alert—learn how to secure your home, find open shelters, navigate transport delays and streamline insurance claims process.
Environment · TransportationIPMA issues warnings for Storm Leonardo in Portugal: torrential rain, 95 km/h gusts and 6 m waves. Expect floods, travel delays and power cuts—prepare now.
Health · EconomyPortugal’s SNS will now cover 30–40% of Ozempic costs for obese type-2 diabetics, cutting co-pays to €80–€95. Learn who qualifies and how to get a prescription.
Environment · TransportationHigh seas up to 14 m and snow down to 600 m will disrupt travel, fishing and deliveries across Portugal. Keep phones charged, document damage and file insurance claims within 8 days to stay protected.
Tech · EconomyPortuguese founders can access Doha’s €1.8B co-invest fund, a 10-year entrepreneur visa and 20-year tax holidays; applications close in June—learn how today.