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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.

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.

The Portugal News4 Jul

Portugal council gave citizens rehabilitated homes

Setúbal City Council has returned over 500 rehabilitated homes to residents since 2023 as part of a redevelopment strategy covering seven of the municipality's 13 neighbourhoods, an initiative representing a total investment of €143.5 million, the local authority stated.

The Portugal News4 Jul

Creative Income

Ireland has made its basic income scheme for artists permanent after new research found the initiative generated an estimated 100 million euros in social and economic benefits. 

The Portugal News3 Jul

Leodoro: Timeless Fashion with a Family Touch

Leodoro is a boutique offering timeless fashion in the heart of Almancil. As a family-run business, every garment is carefully selected, with a strong focus on quality materials. Although the boutique only opened its doors in October 2025, it has already built a loyal base of returning customers.

The Portugal News3 Jul

Planning to sell your UK business?

Why Portugal may be worth considering before an offer arrives

The Portugal News3 Jul

How Online Casinos Have Become So Popular in Portugal

Sports betting and casinos have always been popular. People have always enjoyed playing the games and the excitement that casinos offer. But in recent years, there has been a huge surge in popularity, especially in Portugal. Online casinos have become big business, and Portuguese gamers can’t seem to get enough.

The Portugal News2 Jul

The Portugal News awarded PME Leader status

On 24 June, at the Lagoa Convention Centre, our company was distinguished with the PME Leader award for its contribution as a local business to the economy of the Municipality of Lagoa. 

The Portugal News1 Jul

Portugal Golden Visa funds investment are nearly 3 times higher than redemptions

Even though there have been changes to the Nationality Law in Portugal, subscriptions to the Golden Visa are nearly  three times higher than redemptions that suggests appetite is still strong for the Portugal Golden Visa. 

The Portugal News1 Jul

Portugal set to capitalise as entrepreneurs look for European mobility

For entrepreneurs, access has become one of the most valuable assets in business — access to customers, capital, talent and markets. 

The Portugal News1 Jul

Algarve city satisfied with noise control measures

The mayor of Albufeira gave a positive assessment of the noise control measures implemented a month ago in the municipality, but businesses fear negative impacts.

The Portugal News1 Jul

Heatwave can lead to blackouts in Portugal

Portugal’s ongoing heatwave is expected to increase demand for electricity as households and businesses rely more heavily on air conditioning and cooling systems, raising the possibility of localised power outages if the network comes under strain.

The Portugal News30 Jun

Portugal emerges among EU’s most appealing industrial investment destinations

Portugal and Spain are emerging as two of Europe’s most attractive destinations for industrial investment, supported by competitive electricity prices and higher productive investment than in many of the continent’s largest economies, according to a new report from the McKinsey Global Institute (MGI).

The Portugal News30 Jun

New Lufthansa Technik Factory in Portugal

With an investment of over 300 million euros, the new Lufthansa Technik factory in Santa Maria da Feira is scheduled to begin operations in 2028. 

The Portugal News29 Jun

What do you need to know about the digital Euro?

The digital euro would offer consumers a new payment option without replacing cash.

The Portugal News29 Jun

Portugal has opened a new door to the Blue Economy

On 25 October 2025, I wrote for the first time about Mariculture Systems and the vision that Peter Beringer had to develop offshore aquaculture in Portugal. 

The Portugal News28 Jun

Portugal city to have new pedestrian bridge

The municipalities of Porto and Gaia announced a new pedestrian and cycle bridge between the two cities, expected to cost around 25 million euros and be completed by the end of 2029.

The Portugal News28 Jun

Portugal also needs those who invest in ideas

When talking about investment in Portugal, the conversation almost always focuses on large international funds, data centers, industry or multinationals that choose our country to grow. 

The Portugal News28 Jun

Portugal municipality rehabilitating homes after Storm Kristin

The Vila de Rei City Council, in the Castelo Branco district, has validated €303,000 in funding applications to repair homes affected by the Kristin depression.