The Portugal News8 AugAlentejo betting on environmental restoration with European funds
The Alentejo 2030 program has launched a call for proposals to support environmental restoration projects for abandoned quarries in the region, backed by three million euros in EU funding, it was announced.
The Portugal News7 AugBusiness creation in Portugal falls 4.2%
The pace of new business creation in the Portuguese market slowed during the first seven months of the year, with approximately 32,300 companies incorporated by July, a 4.2% decrease compared to the same period last year.
The Portugal News7 AugThe biggest risk for companies no longer comes from the economy!
For decades, business management was guided by major economic indicators such as inflation, interest rates, GDP growth, consumption or unemployment, which determined a large part of investment decisions. Companies were preparing to face more or less favorable economic cycles and adjusted their strategy according to thi
The Portugal News7 AugLEDEX Forum announces five confirmed speakers for Algarve AI conference
The programme will cover better decisions, documented business processes, AI systems and the changing way customers discover brands online.
The Portugal News6 AugThe $40 Billion Portugal Story Most Investors Are Missing
When most people hear that Portugal could receive more than $40 billion in U.S. technology investment by 2031, most immediately think about artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and data centers.
The Portugal News6 AugInvestment no longer buys only factories - Buys knowledge
Whenever a new foreign investment in Portugal is announced, attention is almost always focused on the same indicators: the amount invested and the number of jobs created. These are important metrics, but they are no longer enough to assess the true economic impact of these projects.
The Portugal News4 AugAssociation demands immediate suspension of tender for new Girabolhos dam in Portugal
The Zero association demanded on 4 August the immediate suspension of the tender for the Girabolhos dam, on the Mondego River, considering that the procedure presents technical, economic and legal weaknesses.
The Portugal News4 AugThe day Portugal changed its position
Amazon Web Services' decision to install in Portugal one of the first Local Zones of its European Sovereign Cloud should be read beyond yet another technological investment announcement: it represents a relevant moment for the country's positioning in the European digital economy.
The Portugal News3 AugFake green receipts and undeclared work have tripled over the past four years in Portugal
Undeclared jobs and fake self-employment receipts have tripled within the past four years, with the construction, agriculture and restaurant industries being especially affected.
The Portugal News3 AugGovernment authorises nearly €80 million in funding for roadworks in Portugal
The Government has authorised Infraestruturas de Portugal (IP) to incur expenditure of €79.7 million through 2028 for repairs to roads damaged by storms in January and February across six districts.
The Portugal News3 AugBitMEX Is Closing: What Crypto Traders Should Do Before 23 September
One of the oldest names in cryptocurrency is switching off the lights. BitMEX, the derivatives exchange that introduced leveraged trading to an entire generation of crypto investors, will permanently close on 23 September 2026. The wind-down is already underway: new registrations have stopped, and from 26 August the pl
The Portugal News3 AugMicrosoft Stock Surges, MoneySimpler Helps Investors Build Passive Income with AI Automated Trading
Microsoft's stock price has recently continued to rise, benefiting from the sustained growth of its artificial intelligence business and the strong performance of its Azure cloud services, leading to a surge in investment interest across the technology sector.
The Portugal News2 AugDiocesan Caritas to donate money for Portugal storm victims in Leiria
The Leiria Diocesan Caritas has approved the allocation of half a million euros to 49 families who suffered damage due to severe weather, noting that approximately half of the beneficiaries are children and older people.
The Portugal News1 AugBhutan’s health fund strengthens universal healthcare
Bhutan’s mandatory one percent health contribution is helping sustain free healthcare by funding essential medicines and vaccines.
The Portugal News1 AugMining areas to be redeveloped in Portugal radioactive mining sites in Viseu
The Mining Development Company (EDM) is set to upgrade water and contaminated soil management systems at former radioactive mining sites in Nelas and Mangualde, representing an investment of €4.4 million.
The Portugal News1 AugUK startup creates electricity from soil bacteria
A UK startup has developed a battery that generates electricity using naturally occurring soil bacteria.
The Portugal News31 JulPortugal establishes National Vine and Wine Day, to be celebrated on 31 July
The Government has established the National Day of the Vine and Wine, to be celebrated annually on 31 July, recognising wine as a cornerstone of the Portuguese table with social, economic, cultural, religious, environmental, and landscape dimensions.
The Portugal News31 JulPortugal no longer competes for costs - It competes for ecosystems
For decades, a country's ability to attract international investment depended mainly on production costs. Competitive wages, tax incentives, and access to markets were enough to convince many companies to set up factories or operation centers.
The Portugal News31 JulInequality: The Hidden Wealth of Portugal
The 2022 World Inequality Report resulted from four years intensive research of data collated by more than one hundred economists. Its principle conclusion was that, in the 21st century, inequality in relation to both income and wealth had increased to alarming and extreme levels. Famously, this was s
The Portugal News30 JulProposed changes to Portugal’s nationality law could cost economy 15.9 billion over the next decade
The proposed amendments to Portugal’s nationality law could reduce economic activity by as much as €15.9 billion over the next 10 years under a baseline scenario, reveals a study by the SJC – Association for Civic Participation and carried out by ISEG Junior Business Consulting.
The Portugal News30 JulPortugal is no longer peripheral - The world has changed
The reorganisation of the world economy may be creating a rare opportunity for Portugal.
The Portugal News29 JulPortugal economy shows resilience with strong second-quarter growth
Portugal’s economy is expected to have expanded by 0.4% in the second quarter of 2026, outperforming many European peers despite continued uncertainty in the global economy.
The Portugal News29 JulNVIDIA Stock Slides 5% as MoneySimpler Launches AI Automated Trading Passive Income Solution
Recently, NVDA Stock fell by about 5% at one point, causing AI-related stocks to fluctuate as well and once again drawing market attention to the tech sector’s valuations and short-term trends. Faced with an ever-changing market environment, more and more investors are shifting their focus from short-term price fluctua
The Portugal News25 JulNew breeding method restores iconic chestnut
A startup has developed a blight-tolerant American chestnut tree without using genetic engineering, offering new hope for restoring the once-dominant species.