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The Portugal News10 Jul

We Asked Our Expert Partner Why Portugal’s Golden Visa Is Number One

In a world shaped by political, economic and social uncertainty, Portugal continues to be recognised as one of Europe's most stable and attractive destinations for international investors.

Portugal Resident10 Jul

Portugal joins €15 billion European tech fund to keep unicorns from moving to U.S.

Portugal will join the second phase of the European Tech Champions Initiative (ETCI 2.0), a major investment vehicle designed to help Europe’s fastest-growing technology companies remain in the continent rather The post Portugal joins €15 billion European tech fund to keep unicorns from moving to U.S. appeared first on

The Portugal News10 Jul

Portugal closes innovation gap with EU

New  data shows steady progress driven by public investment and research, while weak private-sector spending continues to limit growth. 

Portugal Resident10 Jul

Fuel price rise will be painful: diesel expected to jump 7 cents/ litre

Drivers, haulage companies and businesses generally in Portugal are expected to face a sharp increase in fuel prices next week, with diesel forecast to rise by seven cents per litre The post Fuel price rise will be painful: diesel expected to jump 7 cents/ litre appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News9 Jul

Madeira invests €19.7 million in wind farms

The Regional Government of Madeira is investing €19.7 million in the construction of the Loiral III and Paul wind farms, a project aimed at strengthening the production of electricity from renewable sources.

The Portugal News9 Jul

Portugal’s economy expected to grow in second quarter

New forecasts point to stronger growth in 2026, while inflation is expected to remain close to target.

Portugal Resident9 Jul

Prices at pumps set to rise due to renewed Middle East hostilities

With various sources today already suggesting fuel prices at the pumps will be rising again next week, the government has admitted ‘concern’ over the economic impact of the latest resurgence The post Prices at pumps set to rise due to renewed Middle East hostilities appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident9 Jul

Swiss developer Qantara invests €468 million in Grândola logistics park

Qantara Capital is moving ahead with a €468 million logistics park in Grândola, five years after first announcing plans for the business, logistics and industrial hub. The Grândola Logistics Park The post Swiss developer Qantara invests €468 million in Grândola logistics park appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News9 Jul

World's largest book publisher acquires Portuguese publishing house

Penguin Random House, the world's largest trade book publisher, has acquired Portuguese publishing house Grupo Saída de Emergência, adding one of the country's leading publishers of fantasy, science fiction and crime fiction to its growing portfolio in Portugal.

Algarve Daily News8 Jul

Public servant arrested in Central Portugal on suspicion of running illegal immigration scheme

Portugal's Judicial Police (PJ) in Coimbra have arrested the head of a Tax and Customs office in central Portugal, along with two women and a businessman, on suspicion of running a fraudulent scheme to regularise the status of undocumented migrants.

The Portugal News8 Jul

Tekever acquires Portuguese AI startup Cloudsweep

Portuguese company Tekever has acquired local AI startup Cloudsweep as it expands its software engineering and autonomous systems capabilities.

The Portugal News8 Jul

Portugal's Golden Visa funds attract three euros for every one withdrawn

Money continues to pour into Portugal's Golden Visa-eligible investment funds at a pace that comfortably outstrips withdrawals, even as redemptions themselves have climbed sharply on the back of changes to the Nationality Law.

Portugal Resident8 Jul

Six arrested over alleged violent theft ring targeting elderly people in Algarve

Six people have been arrested after a months-long investigation into an alleged organised crime group accused of carrying out violent robberies against elderly and vulnerable people in the Algarve. The The post Six arrested over alleged violent theft ring targeting elderly people in Algarve appeared first on Portugal R

The Portugal News8 Jul

How to Choose Stocks, ETFs and Gold Investments in 2026? XRPPower Makes Daily Passive Income Easy in 4 Steps

Entering 2026, the global financial market remains fraught with uncertainty. Interest rate policies, inflationary pressures, global economic growth, and changes in the international situation continue to impact traditional investment markets such as stocks, ETFs, and gold. Faced with this ever-changing market environme

The Portugal News8 Jul

Zoomarine Algarve creates beds for animals with old uniforms

As part of its 35th-anniversary celebrations and following a recent visual identity refresh, Zoomarine Algarve implemented a circular economy project that transformed old staff uniforms into 100 beds and 75 blankets for dogs and cats.

The Portugal News7 Jul

easyJet bid may boost TAP sale

Analysts say renewed investor interest in European airlines could increase the value of Portugal’s national airline. 

The Portugal News7 Jul

New IKEA store in Portugal to be inaugurated

IKEA is set to open a new store in Portugal on 30 July, representing a total investment of three million euros and introducing a pioneering format to the country.

The Portugal News7 Jul

Bosch’s €85 million Big Bet on Portugal. Should Investors Follow?

Bosch is investing at least €85 million to strengthen its operations in Portugal, reinforcing the country's position as an important European manufacturing and technology hub.

The Portugal News6 Jul

easyJet agrees to £5 billion takeover by US investment firm

Low-cost airline easyJet has agreed to a £5 billion (€5.8 billion) takeover by a US investment firm, marking one of the biggest deals in the European aviation sector in recent years.

The Portugal News6 Jul

Livestock to be sold in Portugal

Quinta de Pentieiros in Ponte de Lima will sell 37 head of livestock and other small animals for a minimum total of 2,410 euros.

The Portugal News6 Jul

Sines Oil Refinery

It is most disconcerting, to say the least, to hear that the government has only until the end of July to avert the fall of this national asset unto the realms of foreign investment.

Portugal Resident5 Jul

Castelo Branco refuses to roll over for ‘green investment’

The relentless swathe of ‘green energy investments’ taking Portugal by storm is becoming more and more difficult for communities to accept – no matter how ‘absolutely necessary’ the plundering of The post Castelo Branco refuses to roll over for ‘green investment’ appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News5 Jul

Algarve Café of the Week: Pó de Açúcar

This week, we visited Pó de Açúcar, a café that is much more than a traditional coffee shop. Located next to the Municipal Market in Armação de Pêra, this family-run business specialises in traditional Portuguese pastries and confectionery.

Portugal Resident5 Jul

Mushroom business puts Portugal at the forefront of a growing wellness trend

Portugal is rapidly gaining recognition for its wines, olive oil and organic agriculture, but a growing number of entrepreneurs believe the country’s next natural success story could be functional mushrooms. The post Mushroom business puts Portugal at the forefront of a growing wellness trend appeared first on Portugal