Europe: Inflation news in Portugal

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ECB weighs oil prices before interest rate decision

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The European Central Bank (ECB) is meeting in Frankfurt to decide on monetary policy, with investors anticipating a potential pause in interest rate hikes. Officials are closely monitoring the recent rise in oil prices, which remains a primary concern for inflation forecasts and future economic stability.

The European Central Bank (Banco Central Europeu or BCE) is the central institution for the 20 European Union countries that use the euro. It manages monetary policy, sets key interest rates, and maintains price stability across the eurozone.

2 sources →23 Jul

ECB weighs oil prices before interest rate decision

Lagarde warns eurozone economic situation remains fragile

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European Central Bank (Banco Central Europeu or BCE) President Christine Lagarde warned that the eurozone's economic situation remains fragile due to the Middle East conflict. Despite this, she defended the recent interest rate hike to 2.25 percent as a solid measure. Lagarde also stated that the central bank does not need new monetary policy responses to address inflation driven by the conflict, noting that the bank cannot resolve geopolitical issues like the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.

Christine Lagarde is President of the European Central Bank since November 2019 and was Managing Director of the IMF from 2011 to 2019. Her decisions and public statements influence ECB monetary policy, which affects euro interest rates, mortgages and inflation across the euro area.

The European Central Bank (Banco Central Europeu or BCE) is the central institution responsible for monetary policy within the Eurozone. It manages the euro, maintains price stability, and sets key interest rates that influence borrowing costs for households and businesses across Portugal and other member states.

5 sources →22 Jun

Lagarde warns eurozone economic situation remains fragile

Portugal records sharp inflation rise in April

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Eurostat data shows Portugal experienced one of the highest monthly inflation increases in the Eurozone during April, rising by 1.9%. Experts suggest that volatility in international oil markets, particularly tensions near the Strait of Hormuz, is contributing to higher energy and food costs for families.

Eurostat is the statistical office of the European Union that collects, harmonises and publishes data on inflation, employment, trade and other socio-economic indicators across EU countries. It reported the eurozone's year-on-year inflation at 1.9% in December 2025 (revising down from 2.0%) and 2.3% for the whole EU — data used by central banks and governments when setting policy.

2 sources →22 May

Portugal records sharp inflation rise in April

Europe faces six-week jet fuel supply crisis

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The International Energy Agency (IEA) warns that Europe has only about six weeks of aviation fuel reserves remaining due to the ongoing blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. Executive Director Fatih Birol described the situation as the largest energy crisis ever faced, noting that flight cancellations may occur soon if supply chains remain disrupted. The European Commission is currently gathering data on refinery capacity to develop an emergency response plan.

The International Energy Agency (Agência Internacional de Energia or AIE) is an intergovernmental organization that provides analysis and data on global energy markets. Based in Paris, it works to ensure reliable, affordable, and clean energy for its 31 member countries, including Portugal.

5 sources →16 Apr

Europe faces six-week jet fuel supply crisis

Fuel prices to rise again next week

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Fuel prices in Portugal are set to increase again on Monday, with diesel expected to rise by up to nine cents per litre and petrol by up to four cents. Despite the government applying a new discount to the tax on petroleum products (Imposto sobre os Produtos Petrolíferos or ISP), international market volatility continues to drive costs higher. This marks the fifth consecutive week of rising prices linked to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

The ISP (Imposto sobre Produtos Petrolíferos e Energéticos) is Portugal's excise tax on petroleum and energy products, charged as a fixed amount per liter on petrol, diesel, and other fuels. It is one of the main components of fuel prices at the pump, alongside VAT and the carbon tax (Taxa de Carbono).

The government can adjust ISP rates — temporarily or permanently — to influence fuel prices. Rate cuts are a common policy tool to ease cost-of-living pressures on drivers and transport businesses, though they also reduce government revenue.

For consumers, the ISP is significant because even small changes in the per-liter rate translate into noticeable differences at the pump, particularly for diesel users and commercial transport operators.

8 sources →3 Apr

ECB pledges action to control inflation amid Middle East conflict

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European Central Bank (Banco Central Europeu or BCE) President Christine Lagarde has promised to do “whatever is necessary” to keep inflation under control. Lagarde noted that while the current situation differs from the 2022 energy crisis, the conflict in the Middle East poses risks to price stability. Taxpayers should be aware that the bank remains vigilant against sudden spikes in energy costs that could impact the cost of living.

3 sources →10 Mar

ECB pledges action to control inflation amid Middle East conflict

Supply chains affected, rising energy prices and inflation: eurozone must prepare for long-term instability

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The warning was issued by the president of the Eurogroup, Kyriakos Pierrakakis.

1 source →9 Mar

Supply chains affected, rising energy prices and inflation: eurozone must prepare for long-term instability

Europe: Inflation news in Portugal

ECB weighs oil prices before interest rate decision

Lagarde warns eurozone economic situation remains fragile

Portugal records sharp inflation rise in April

Europe faces six-week jet fuel supply crisis

Fuel prices to rise again next week

ECB pledges action to control inflation amid Middle East conflict

Supply chains affected, rising energy prices and inflation: eurozone must prepare for long-term instability

Wall Street falls as US attacks on Iran worsen energy costs and interest rates

ECB halts interest rate hikes and threatens increase in September

Agreement reduces pressure but inflation is still expected to rise before slowing down

Portugal Records One of the Sharpest Inflation Rises in the Eurozone

Amidst another dilemma, ECB likely to decide that waiting is best

Conflict in Iran impacts Portugal economy - The Portugal News

If there is an impediment to oil transport [in the strait], it is almost as if 20% of global reserves disappeared

Christine Lagarde guarantees that the ECB will do whatever is "necessary" to keep inflation "under control"

Supply chains affected, rising energy prices and inflation: eurozone must prepare for long-term instability

ECB expected to hold rates in October and raise them in December

ECB weighs oil prices before interest rate decision

Lagarde warns eurozone economic situation remains fragile

Portugal records sharp inflation rise in April

Europe faces six-week jet fuel supply crisis

Fuel prices to rise again next week

ECB pledges action to control inflation amid Middle East conflict

Supply chains affected, rising energy prices and inflation: eurozone must prepare for long-term instability

Wall Street falls as US attacks on Iran worsen energy costs and interest rates

ECB halts interest rate hikes and threatens increase in September

Agreement reduces pressure but inflation is still expected to rise before slowing down

Portugal Records One of the Sharpest Inflation Rises in the Eurozone

Amidst another dilemma, ECB likely to decide that waiting is best

Conflict in Iran impacts Portugal economy - The Portugal News

If there is an impediment to oil transport [in the strait], it is almost as if 20% of global reserves disappeared

Christine Lagarde guarantees that the ECB will do whatever is "necessary" to keep inflation "under control"

Supply chains affected, rising energy prices and inflation: eurozone must prepare for long-term instability

ECB expected to hold rates in October and raise them in December

Wall Street falls as US attacks on Iran worsen energy costs and interest rates

ECB halts interest rate hikes and threatens increase in September

Agreement reduces pressure but inflation is still expected to rise before slowing down

Portugal Records One of the Sharpest Inflation Rises in the Eurozone

Amidst another dilemma, ECB likely to decide that waiting is best

Conflict in Iran impacts Portugal economy - The Portugal News

If there is an impediment to oil transport [in the strait], it is almost as if 20% of global reserves disappeared

Christine Lagarde guarantees that the ECB will do whatever is "necessary" to keep inflation "under control"

Supply chains affected, rising energy prices and inflation: eurozone must prepare for long-term instability

ECB expected to hold rates in October and raise them in December

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Wall Street falls as US attacks on Iran worsen energy costs and interest rates

ECB halts interest rate hikes and threatens increase in September

Agreement reduces pressure but inflation is still expected to rise before slowing down

Portugal Records One of the Sharpest Inflation Rises in the Eurozone

Amidst another dilemma, ECB likely to decide that waiting is best

Conflict in Iran impacts Portugal economy - The Portugal News

If there is an impediment to oil transport [in the strait], it is almost as if 20% of global reserves disappeared

Christine Lagarde guarantees that the ECB will do whatever is "necessary" to keep inflation "under control"

Supply chains affected, rising energy prices and inflation: eurozone must prepare for long-term instability

ECB expected to hold rates in October and raise them in December

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