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Tensions over Greenland and Trump’s threat to impose new customs duties on European goods have rekindled fears of a new trade war between Europe and the United States.

More than one hundred premises were inspected across the country in a GNR operation that led to the seizure of alcoholic drinks, cigarettes and gambling machines.

It is not through inconsistent positions and propaganda based on falsehoods that a prime minister and his government earn the public's trust. Opinion by São José Almeida

A study by the consumer complaints platform Portal da Queixa finds that public institutions are failing to meet citizens' needs, leaving people pushed to their limits.

The main offences include failure to register in the National Register of Travel Agencies and Tourism and commencing the provision of services without the required prior notification.

We learned in the last few hours that the Bank of Portugal will commission an external audit to assess its procurement system, notably technology-related procurement, which was the subject of two court cases last year. This is a clear warning: even central institutions, with multiple levels of control and constant scrutiny, are not immune to ...

The Directorate-General for Food and Veterinary reveals measures for several food products.

The authority warns that the items posed 'risks to public health, consumer safety and market integrity'.

Real-time analytical coverage of financial markets and economic developments on 6 January, including market moves, key data releases and macro indicators. Commentary focuses on consumer confidence and cost pressures, investor sentiment and flows, implications for investors and expat households, and the significance of today’s indicators for policy and markets.

Ricardo Arroja argues that, despite earlier favourable international coverage, the government’s final days of 2025 were painful and exposed deeper political and economic faults. He calls for a new mindset and a reordered policy approach to restore public confidence, stabilise consumption and address the political challenges facing the next phase of governance.

The candidate insisted she understands the frustrations of those 'who are on a low wage, are in precarious employment and feel that there is no response for them in this country', but she warned about false narratives.

José Pedro Aguiar‑Branco criticises presidential candidates for fostering 'unrealistic expectations among citizens' and creating a 'permanent distrust' of politicians. He warns that exaggerated promises and campaign rhetoric could erode public confidence, complicate policy-making and harm long-term political stability in Portugal.

An opinion poll analysed the expectations of the Portuguese for the coming year at the family, national and international levels.

The President of the Republic lamented a country of 'fits and starts', of 'neglect', of 'bungles', and often more waiting for a 'miracle' than genuinely committed to changing its ways.

A new IPPS/ISCTE opinion poll finds that almost half of Portuguese expect 2026 to bring continuity at the national level, with a majority forecasting political stability next year. Respondents were asked about expectations for their families, the nation and the international situation: while domestic outlooks skew towards stability and steady consumption confidence, many express concern about a possible deterioration in international affairs. The results highlight a cautious public mood—optimistic about internal political continuity but wary of external risks.

In his New Year message posted on social media, the Portuguese prime minister again made a positive assessment of 2025 and pledged reforms and 'dialogue'.
DECO criticises the decision to end the scheme intended to amortise (repay) debt.

In his Christmas message, the prime minister looked at Portugal's situation like someone who sees the glass as half full.

In an interview with RTP Notícias, the Regional Secretary for the Economy of Madeira says he received assurances from the central government regarding the region's supply.
Carlos Coelho said the prime minister's message was 'above all one of confidence in the future, a confidence anchored in the 2025 data'.

Encouraged by a successful government scheme to support couples trying to buy their first home, an increasing number of under-35s have stopped renting in cities and bought their first home The post Central Portugal comes of age appeared first on Portugal Resident.

The Government of the Azores says merchandise supplies will be restored by tomorrow.

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The Competition Authority (AdC) is investigating an alleged abuse of a dominant position in the national market for online property listing portals, “involving the main corporate group operating in this segment in Portugal”, it said in a statement today.
