Latest news and stories about consumer goods in Portugal for expats and residents.
A new line of drones has arrived in the Portuguese market, offering more competitive pricing.
Hyundai introduces the Ioniq 9 model in Portugal, marking the brand's strategic move into the premium vehicle segment.
Xiaomi launches a new smart cooker with advanced safety features that is highly anticipated for the Portuguese market.
An analysis of the unexpected performance and market impact of Chinese vehicles currently being sold in Portugal.
It is compact and very affordable, but has the capacity to generate a large image with satisfactory quality in a dark room. Whether it is the living room wall or the bedroom ceiling.
The Kia Seltos is scheduled to launch in the Portuguese market during the third quarter of the year.
The Kia Seltos is launching in the Portuguese market sooner than expected.
Xiaomi has introduced a new smart kitchen hood, and we are hoping for its release in the Portuguese market.
The official smartphone for the 2026 World Cup is now available in Portugal, though its high price tag may come as a surprise.
A new automotive diagnostic scanner is now available in Portugal, and its features are attracting significant attention.
Geely Auto is the latest Chinese brand to enter the national market. And, once again, it is being handled by Salvador Caetano.
The new all-electric sports car from the South Korean manufacturer, fully equipped in a Fast and Furious style, arrives on the Portuguese market in the summer for 81,500 euros.
The gaming landscape in Portugal and worldwide faces an unusual change this Thursday, April 2, 2026: Sony Interactive Entertainment has implemented a widespread price increase across its entire PlayStation 5 hardware line. The hikes, reaching 100 euros on main models, caught many consumers by surprise. The price revision, effective at major national retailers, affects all tiers of the PS5 ecosystem. The standard console version (with disc drive) now has a list price of 649.99 euros, while the Digital Edition rises to 599.99 euros. The PS5 Pro—recently launched and already a subject of debate for its premium positioning—is now set at 899.99 euros. This is despite the fact that, at its core, it continues to use AMD's Zen 2 architecture, which originally hit the market in 2019. Even accessories were affected: the PlayStation Portal, a remote play device, sees its price updated to 249.99 euros. Experts analyze this decision as a drastic break from the industry's 'golden rule.' Historically, console prices decreased progressively throughout their lifecycle. However, Sony justifies this increase—the second in less than a year—with 'persistent global economic pressures.' Fan discontent is heightened by the fact that the console's core architecture is, in reality, old. In practice, Portuguese consumers are now being asked to pay a premium price for technology that, in 2026, is already seven years old. The 'perfect storm' in the supply chain is cited as the main culprit. The explosion of Artificial Intelligence has generated massive demand for memory chips, deprioritizing entertainment hardware production. Furthermore, the logistics crisis in helium supply—essential for semiconductor lithography—has inflated manufacturing costs to such an extent that the Japanese giant decided to pass the burden onto the final consumer.
In the 1970s, any MGB convertible enthusiast would have reacted with embarrassed silence if someone had told them that, decades later, their favourite British brand would belong to a Chinese manufacturer and produce five-seater electric SUVs for families. That unlikely future is today, arriving via the MG S5 EV.
The new Mercedes CLA 180 and CLA 220 are the hybrids in the range, offering sufficient power, low fuel consumption, and matching prices. However, the technology that powers them has help from the Chinese and the French.
The global consumer technology goods market grew by 5% in value in 2025, according to GfK's general manager, António Salvador. He estimates a more modest growth of 0.4% for 2026, citing an uncertain economic outlook, the impact of artificial intelligence, and potential geopolitical risks. These findings were presented during GfK's '30 Years Deciphering the Market' conference in Lisbon.
Growth in 2025 was higher than expected by GfK, which predicts an uncertain outlook for this year.
L'Oréal has appointed Afonso Cruzeiro as the new market director of its consumer products division (CPD) in Portugal, effective April 1st. The executive succeeds Rui Alexandre, who takes on the role of Iberian commercial director for the division. This reorganization follows the appointment of Guillaume Sonolet as general manager of the division.
The tax on sugary drinks resulted in accumulated losses of more than 1.4 billion euros for the national economy between 2017, the year it was created, and 2023. This is the main conclusion of a study by the Porto Business School, which served as the theme for another session of 'Conversas Improváveis' (Unlikely Conversations), a joint initiative by Expresso and the Portuguese Association of Soft Drinks (PROBEB).
The hybrid version of the new Fiat Grande Panda is relatively “small” in price, but it performs very well in meeting the expectations of a modern utility vehicle. And it is fun.
Dacia has unveiled its largest model, a wagon viewed as a crossover, offered at a 'knockout price' of €25,000. The Striker promises to compete for customers against the Bigster and the rest of the market.
The Portuguese Assay Office certified 4.6 million pieces in 2025, an increase of 2.5% compared to the previous year, despite activity being affected by the rise in gold and silver prices, said Director General Francisco Bastos.
It also won the compact SUV category and the technology and innovation award. The Career Award was given to Teresa Lameiras.
The Dacia Bigster is the big winner of this year's Car of the Year/Volante de Cristal Trophy, succeeding the Citroën C3. The top-of-the-range model from the Romanian brand, part of the Renault Group, secured three awards. In addition to the Car of the Year 2026 title, it won the Compact SUV of the Year category with its Hybrid-G 150 4x4 version, which also earned it the Technology and Innovation award. This version was decisive for the jury, as it is the most affordable all-terrain vehicle on sale in Portugal and features an innovative powertrain combining a 140 hp 1.2l 48V mild-hybrid engine on the front axle with a 31 hp electric motor on the rear. The system, which can reach 150 hp, combines petrol and LPG tanks to offer impressive range. This year's edition of the Seguro Directo Car of the Year/Volante de Cristal Trophy 2026 saw a record 92 entries across eight categories. The 15 jurors evaluated the candidates based on design, performance, safety, price, and environmental sustainability. Teresa Lameiras was named Personality of the Year for her significant career in the automotive sector.
iRobot brings the Roomba Mini to Portugal, the brand's most compact model that combines vacuuming and mopping. The device was designed for small spaces and hard-to-reach areas.
Gato Preto will cease operations in Spain, where it has eight stores, in a “measure considered essential” to ensure the viability of its business in Portugal, the company told ECO. The homeware and décor chain, which celebrates 40 years this year, submitted its recovery plan this Friday to ...
The product sits in a legal grey area but was included in the State Budget for 2026. Despite widespread sales in kiosks and stationers, there is no authorisation for its commercialisation. The government is preparing legislation.
Aqui é Fresco marks 15 years in operation and has grown its retail network to 650 stores.
To expand internationally, Renova has launched distinctive products, such as black toilet roll, and adopted bold communications, explains the company's leader, Paulo Pereira da Silva, on 'Liga dos Inovadores'.
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