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The Portugal News15 Oct

Rural Algarve businesses can apply for 60% investment grants

People with plans to start or expand a business in rural parts of the Algarve can apply for a grant covering 60% of eligible investment.

The Portugal News15 Oct

LEDEX Forum 2026 Brings Innovation and Business Leaders Together in the Algarve

The LEDEX Forum is taking place today, 15 October, bringing together entrepreneurs, business leaders, innovators and industry professionals for a day dedicated to networking, collaboration and exploring new opportunities.

The Portugal News14 Oct

Algarve to invest €305 million in infrastructure

The necessary investment of €305 million to improve water resilience and security in the Algarve will have to be made in the region's two major infrastructure projects: the seawater desalination plant at Albufeira and the new water intake station on the Guadiana River at Pomarão.

Portugal Resident14 Oct

Price pressures mount across Portugal

Portuguese Prime Minister Luís Montenegro has urged an end to the international turmoil behind soaring oil prices, warning that consequences are being felt in Portuguese homes, businesses and shops as The post Price pressures mount across Portugal appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News14 Oct

How the Golden Visa put Portugal “in the market for investment”

The introduction of the Golden Visa programme “put Portugal in the market for investment” and paved the way to the transformation of its cities.

The Portugal News14 Oct

Portugal schedules temporary power outages

Starting today, maintenance of electrical infrastructure may affect homes and businesses across Portugal.

The Portugal News14 Oct

Portugal ranks ninth in European investment ranking

Portugal retained ninth place in EY’s European investment attractiveness ranking, despite a 5 percent decline in foreign investment projects.

The Portugal News13 Oct

Portugal sees growth in businesses and jobs

Portugal’s business sector continued to grow in 2025, with more companies, more jobs and higher turnover. And it was the construction industry that saw some of the strongest growth.

Portugal Resident13 Oct

IMF upgrades Portugal growth forecast to 2.1%

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has sharply upgraded its growth forecast for Portugal, predicting the economy will expand by 2.1% this year and 1.9% in 2027. The new projections, published The post IMF upgrades Portugal growth forecast to 2.1% appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News13 Oct

Wall Street Joins Portugal’s Investment Party

As American investment pours into Portugal, opportunities are emerging far beyond the technology sector.

The Portugal News12 Oct

Portugal remains a safe country for investors

Compared with other Eurozone countries, Portugal has proved most resilient to the turbulence in the bond markets.

Algarve Daily News12 Oct

Algarve: Tommy Robinson’s Quinta do Lago-based businesses raise questions over international donations, making over €870,000 in one year

Two companies associated with British far-right activist Tommy Robinson, an alias of Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, have been found to be registered at a luxury shopping centre in the Algarve’s Quinta do Lago. One company reported profits of more than €170,000 in 2025, and paid over €40,000 in Portuguese taxes.

The Portugal News12 Oct

Portuguese business schools rise in global MBA ranking

Portuguese institutions have improved their positions in the Financial Times 2026 Executive MBA ranking, with Iscte leading nationally and Porto Business School making significant progress.

The Portugal News12 Oct

Alentejo launches €3.5 million funding programme for SMEs

The Alentejo 2030 programme is offering financial support to small and medium-sized businesses hiring highly qualified professionals, with applications open until March 2027.

The Portugal News12 Oct

Portuguese startup wins pitch contest in San Francisco

A Portuguese startup has won a pitch competition in San Francisco with a lamp designed to detect epileptic seizures and alert caregivers.

The Portugal News12 Oct

Quinta do Lago goes from strength to strength

From championship golf to sports facilities and five-star hospitality, Quinta do Lago continues to build on its long-standing investment in the Algarve, with newly filed accounts showing a profitable year for its Portuguese golf business.

The Portugal News12 Oct

Montenegro calls for end to rising fuel prices

Portugal’s Prime Minister warns that rising fuel costs are affecting people and economies worldwide, calling for an end to the situation driving up prices.

Portugal Resident12 Oct

MotoGP Portugal generated €102 million for economy in 2025 – study

The 2025 Portuguese MotoGP generated an estimated €102 million in gross value added for the Portuguese economy, including €56 million in the Algarve, according to a new study commissioned by The post MotoGP Portugal generated €102 million for economy in 2025 – study appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News12 Oct

Bison Bank launches Bison Insight and integrates AI into investment management

Bison Bank has launched Bison Insight, a new digital solution powered by Artificial Intelligence, available through the Bison Mobile app. 

The Portugal News11 Oct

Renovations Planned for 26 Algarve Schools

Twenty-six schools across the Algarve are waiting for major renovation work, but progress is proving uneven, with some projects already underway and others still trying to secure funding.

Portugal Resident10 Oct

Tommy Robinson linked to two companies registered in Algarve

British far-right activist Tommy Robinson has been linked to two companies registered at Quinta Shopping, near Almancil, according to an investigation published by Portuguese weekly magazine Sábado. Robinson, whose real The post Tommy Robinson linked to two companies registered in Algarve appeared first on Portugal Res

The Portugal News10 Oct

Radar firm triples production capacity

Dutch company Robin Radar is investing €7 million in a new factory in Delft, with plans to triple production of its drone-detection systems. 

The Portugal News9 Oct

Rubio calls Portugal ‘ideal gateway’ to Europe

US Secretary of State praises Portugal’s defence spending, investment ties and cooperation during Lisbon visit

The Portugal News9 Oct

Portugal cuts investment in railways and roads

Investment in railways and roads is set to fall to €843 million in 2027, according to the draft 2027 State Budget.