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The Portugal News14 Aug

The average salary in Portugal rises

The average salary in Portugal is 1,835 euros.

The Portugal News14 Aug

Norway wealth fund reaches record investment in Portugal

Holdings in Portuguese shares and bonds climbed to 27.3 billion Norwegian kroner by the end of June.

The Portugal News14 Aug

Mercan Group builds on three decades of international success

The international company continues to expand its investment, hospitality and recruitment operations across Europe, the Americas, Asia and the Middle East.

The Portugal News13 Aug

New arts support model launched

Decree-Law No. 164-A/2026 is now in effect, updating the public funding model managed by the Directorate-General for the Arts (DGArtes). 

The Portugal News13 Aug

Total solar eclipse brought “huge economic return”

The Mayor of Bragança stated today that the total solar eclipse brought an “enormous economic return” to the region, serving as “excellent and well-deserved publicity.”

Portugal Resident13 Aug

Complaint of antisemitism at University of Coimbra

The office of the Secretary of State for Higher Education has asked the Attorney General (PGR) to order an investigation into suspicions of antisemitism, discrimination and incitement to hatred and The post Complaint of antisemitism at University of Coimbra appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News13 Aug

FlixBus continues to expand routes in Portugal

FlixBus continues to invest in new routes in Portugal and has expanded its operations in the country.

The Portugal News13 Aug

€10 million allocated to restore rivers and streams in Portugal

More than a dozen river and stream restoration measures are set to receive support through a new €10 million funding package aimed at improving the ecological condition of waterways across northern Portugal.

The Portugal News13 Aug

International events generate over €203 million in Madeira

A regional investment of €522,500 helped generate more than €203 million in global media exposure.

The Portugal News13 Aug

Portuguese companies may not have to publish salaries in job adverts

Companies in Portugal may not have to include salaries in job adverts under the Government's proposed new rules on pay transparency.

The Portugal News13 Aug

Portugal has to decide whether it wants to be the AI back office or create the AI economy!

Portugal has become, in recent years, a particularly competitive destination for international service centres, administrative operations and support teams of large companies. 

The Portugal News12 Aug

Investment in Iberian agribusiness reaches 1.2 billion euros

Institutional investment in Iberian agribusiness grew by 50 percent over the past year across Portugal and Spain.

The Portugal News12 Aug

€10 million allocated to restore rivers and streams in Portugal

More than a dozen river and stream restoration measures are set to receive support through a new €10 million funding package aimed at improving the ecological condition of waterways across northern Portugal.

Portugal Resident12 Aug

President calls for “bigger businesses” to stop young Portuguese leaving

President António José Seguro has called for Portuguese companies to “grow in size and offer better-paid, skilled jobs” to prevent young people from being forced to leave the country in The post President calls for “bigger businesses” to stop young Portuguese leaving appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News12 Aug

Portugal has a talent for creating technology. It now needs capital to grow it!

There are investments that are worth more for the signal they transmit than for the amount announced. 

Portugal Resident11 Aug

Teachers in uproar as education minister seeks to ‘investigate schools’ over exam chaos

News that education minister Fernando Alexandre has decided to investigate schools that allegedly submitted examination papers for marking after their formal collection by the security forces has sent teachers into The post Teachers in uproar as education minister seeks to ‘investigate schools’ over exam chaos appeared

Portugal Resident11 Aug

Portuguese businesses see signs of improvement ahead

Portuguese businesses are showing signs of greater confidence about the second half of 2026, with more than half expecting their domestic turnover to increase, according to a new survey by The post Portuguese businesses see signs of improvement ahead appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News11 Aug

$1.6M Floods Into BlockDAG Ahead of September 1 Launch While Ethereum Price Turns Bearish & Sui Price Faces Pressure

The crypto market is moving fast, and smart investors are hunting for the next major winner before price trends break out. The latest Ethereum price prediction shows the coin struggling to hold its $1,850 support level. At the same time, the Sui price is aiming for a small 20% bounce toward $0.83.

Portugal Resident11 Aug

Aircraft tragedy in Portimão: Investigation flags materials outside the “manufacturers’ specifications”

Disturbing news regarding the investigation into the aircraft tragedy at Portimão aerodrome has been reported by Lusa news agency. Its report, late yesterday, explains that “at this time, an investigation The post Aircraft tragedy in Portimão: Investigation flags materials outside the “manufacturers’ specifications” ap

The Portugal News11 Aug

Navigating Modern Gambling with Royalsea: Top Trends, Payment Methods, and Features to Look For in 2026

In 2026, the gambling sector will grow rapidly, and not everyone is ready to keep up. According to Business Research Company, the gambling market size in 2025 was $30.2 billion. It is projected to grow to $212.44 billion by 2030. This means that operators who adapt to innovation today will be able to generate revenue i

Portugal Resident10 Aug

Unions: ‘‘Algarve is a rich region with impoverished workers’’

Trade unionists and workers took to the streets of Faro on Friday to demand higher wages and better working conditions, warning that the Algarve’s economic success is failing to translate The post Unions: ‘‘Algarve is a rich region with impoverished workers’’ appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News10 Aug

INVEST Network Presale Surges to $3.38M in Stage 2, While XRP Tests Key Resistance & Ondo Finance Gains 7%

Recent market trends show the XRP price pushing to break past a key $1.1514 ceiling following upbeat ecosystem headlines. At the same time, Ondo Finance has captured trader interest by setting up a fresh breakout structure. While both established projects display short-term price movements, INVEST Network (INVEST) is c

Portugal Resident10 Aug

Portuguese company linked to alleged international scheme supplying Iran

A Portuguese company has been identified in an FBI investigation into an alleged international network created to acquire helicopters and aircraft components for sanctioned Iranian entities. The investigation, detailed in The post Portuguese company linked to alleged international scheme supplying Iran appeared first o

The Portugal News10 Aug

Physician and investor Ruth Shaber is betting on Portugal’s Young Women

When American physician and executive Dr Ruth Shaber moved to Portugal in 2021, she expected an adventure.