GDP grew by 1.9% in 2025, but falls short of Govt. target
This is the third consecutive year of slowdown, with exports penalising the performance of the national economy, following the temporary shutdown of Galp's refinery in Sines.
Portugal grows more than the Eurozone average in 2025
The single currency area's economy grew by an average of 1.5% last year, below Portugal's GDP growth of 1.9%.
Mota-Engil signs concession for submerged tunnel in Brazil
With the new contract, the Portuguese construction company adds €1.2 billion to its order book, bringing the total value in the country to €2.2 billion. The company sees "high potential" for growth.
Govt. declares state of calamity in areas hit by storm
The Prime Minister has cancelled his foreign engagements for the coming days, including trips to Andorra and Croatia, in order to visit the affected areas in the districts of Leiria and Coimbra.
Portuguese Sword acquires German rival Kaia for $285 million
The start-up acquired its German competitor in what is its largest deal to date, expanding its presence in the US and marking its entry into Germany.
EU-India agreement opens up a market of enormous potential
Companies in the metal, automotive and wine sectors see potential for growth, while the textile industry warns that the country will be "more competitive than China is at the moment".
Lisbon city council loses “Russiagate” appeal
The Constitutional Court argued that the law makes no distinction between private companies and public entities (whether commercial or not) with regard to the Data Protection Regulation.
Nos and Benfica sign €104.6 million agreement for TV rights
The agreement was signed between Nos Lusomundo Audiovisuais, the Eagles' SAD and the club's TV channel (Benfica TV) and covers the senior football team's home games.
The impact of Portugal Fashion is more significant “outside”
Around €475,000 will take Portuguese fashion designers across Europe in 2026. In the next stage, they want to "give more visibility to the ecosyste"’. Which partners are here? How many companies?
Saudis interested in investing in housing in Portugal
Portugal is a great place to invest and now is the right time. We see potential in small towns, large cities, everywhere”, said the businessman Alwalid Albaltan.
Interview Colep to grow by around 30% in Poland
The CEO of Colep Packaging reveals that he will invest in Poland and expects to double production in Barcelona. A third production line in Mexico will be operational in the second half of this year.
New tender launched for 2nd section of high speed train line
The public-private partnership now launched covers the design, construction, financing and maintenance of the Oiã-Soure section of the Porto-Lisbon high-speed line.
Galp has set up the largest green hydrogen plant in Europe
The Portuguese oil company expects to start producing this green gas in the second half of this year.
Benfica in the top 20 most profitable clubs in the world
Real Madrid leads the ranking, according to the Deloitte Football Money League 2026 report. The 20 richest clubs in the world exceeded €12.4 billion in revenues for the first time.
Bank of Portugal gold reserves now worth over €50 billion
Escalating tensions between the US and the EU over Greenland are pushing gold prices to record highs. Bank of Portugal reserves are now worth over €50 billion.
Consortium to submit new project for high-speed rail in Gaia
The AVAN Norte consortium will submit a new implementation project by the end of March, following the Portuguese Environment Agency's rejection of two sections of the Porto-Lisbon railway line.
Portugal joins forces with Spain to bid for AI gigafactory
The Minister of Economy believes that a joint application is an "opportunity" for Portugal to have one of the five artificial intelligence gigafactories that the European Commission will finance.
Minister defends national control of Galp refinery
“The government has to follow the negotiations and preserve the maximum of our sovereignty in energy matters,” said the Minister of Economy about the deal being prepared between Galp and Moeve.
Centeno calls for more Portuguese presence in EU regulation
The former governor of the Bank of Portugal was not selected as vice-president of the ECB, but argues that the reasons for his candidacy "remain unchanged".
“Very serious” risk. Companies in the firing line of tariffs
Business representatives are very concerned about the threat of new US tariffs linked to the intention to control Greenland and warn of a "real risk" to businesses and the economy.
Galp/Moeve. Workers criticise “minister’s complicity”
The workers criticised the Executive for not revealing whether there are conditions imposed on Galp to ensure energy sovereignty or the retention of workers, and if so, what they are.
Tariffs. Frankfurt and Brussels must “coordinate policies”
In the race for ECB vice-president, former Bank of Portugal governor argues that European institutions must coordinate monetary, fiscal and competition policies to respond to the threat posed by Trump
Seguro, Ventura through to 2nd round of presidential race
The PCP, Left Bloc and Livre parties have already declared their support for António José Seguro in the second round. On the right, silence and freedom of vote reign.
Government and listed firms “represent” Portugal in Davos
Finance Minister Joaquim Miranda Sarmento will be joined by executives from companies such as Sonae, EDP and Galp. The World Economic Forum begins on Monday under the theme “A Spirit of Dialogue.”
European Parliament put Centeno as one of favourites for ECB
After hearing all six candidates on Wednesday, MEPs recommend the Portuguese candidate and Mārtiņš Kazāks from Latvia. The final decision is expected to be made on Monday.