Portugal Resident20 AugForeign-owned companies account for almost half of Portugal’s exports
Foreign-owned companies account for almost half of Portugal’s exports despite representing only around 3% of the country’s business sector, according to a new study by Informa D&B. The report, released The post Foreign-owned companies account for almost half of Portugal’s exports appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News20 AugPortuguese Youth Orchestra performs to sold-out audience
The Portuguese Youth Orchestra (JOP) has returned from Berlin following a sold-out performance at the Young Euro Classic festival.
The Portugal News20 AugMicrosoft appoints Ana Maria Lopes to lead Portugal
The appointment comes as the company expands its investment in Portugal, with AI adoption and digital transformation among its key priorities.
Portugal Resident19 AugMan filmed riding e-scooter wrong way across Lisbon bridge
Portuguese police are investigating footage showing a man riding an electric scooter against traffic across Lisbon’s 25 de Abril Bridge. The incident was filmed at around 3.36am on Tuesday, August The post Man filmed riding e-scooter wrong way across Lisbon bridge appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident19 AugGovernment prepares crackdown on ‘front shops’ linked to illegal immigration
Portugal’s government is preparing measures to tackle the proliferation of so-called “front shops” suspected of being used for illegal accommodation, irregular immigration and human trafficking. The Ministry of Economy and The post Government prepares crackdown on ‘front shops’ linked to illegal immigration appeared fi
The Portugal News18 AugTekever seeks major funding
The Portuguese drone maker Tekever is seeking to raise 500 million euros from investors in a deal that would value the company at 5.5 billion euros.
Portugal Resident18 AugAlgarve health investment “cannot stop”, says PSD MP
PSD Algarve leader Cristóvão Norte has welcomed more than €10 million in recent healthcare investment across Faro, Lagos and Portimão, but warned that the region cannot afford to lose momentum. The post Algarve health investment “cannot stop”, says PSD MP appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident18 AugNew street workout park opens in Vila Real de Santo António
A new street workout park has opened at the Vila Real de Santo António municipal sports complex following an investment of €8,745. Located beside the existing skate park, the free-to-use The post New street workout park opens in Vila Real de Santo António appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News18 AugHow Software Shortcuts Are Helping iGaming Businesses Thrive In Portugal
Portugal’s online gambling market has moved from a side channel into a regulated digital business with serious numbers attached. The Serviço de Regulação e Inspeção de Jogos, or SRIJ, said online gaming and betting revenue rose 13.7% year on year in the first quarter of 2026, according to its June 2026 activity update.
The Portugal News18 AugMulticare adds optional oral health cover to health insurance
New optional cover gives individuals and businesses access to a range of preventive dental treatments at no additional cost.
The Portugal News17 AugPortugal’s high-tech exports hit 2.2 billion euros
Sales of Portuguese high-technology products continued to grow in the first half of 2026, with telecommunications providing the biggest boost.
The Portugal News17 AugEuro rises above $1.16, a two-month high
The euro rose today, surpassing $1.16, a two-month high, as expectations fade that the US Federal Reserve (Fed) will raise interest rates in September.
The Portugal News16 AugTime has become the most valuable resource of the Portuguese economy!
There is a question we rarely ask when discussing economics: How much is time worth?
The Portugal News15 AugSpecially trained dogs combat wildlife crime
India is expanding its use of specially trained sniffer dogs to combat wildlife crime, with more canine teams helping investigators detect poaching and trafficking.
The Portugal News15 AugData centres can transform Portugal - The difference will be in the strategy
In the last two years, data centres have come to occupy a central place in the economic debate in Portugal.
The Portugal News14 AugThe average salary in Portugal rises
The average salary in Portugal is 1,835 euros.
The Portugal News14 AugNorway 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 AugMercan 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 AugNew 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 AugTotal 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 AugComplaint 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 AugFlixBus 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 AugInternational events generate over €203 million in Madeira
A regional investment of €522,500 helped generate more than €203 million in global media exposure.