Ventura wins in the municipality that receives the most tourists in Portugal
The sectors that contributed most to employment in Albufeira were accommodation and catering.
Marine Le Pen returns to court and risks being declared ineligible
Le Monde highlights Marine Le Pen, who could be excluded from the 2027 French presidential election. In Portugal, JN reports that the industrial crisis is holding back the fall in unemployment in the North and Centre.
Collective redundancies rise by around 16% up to November and surpass the 2024 total
Of the 515 collective redundancies reported by companies in the first 11 months of last year, 174 involved micro‑enterprises, 207 involved small companies, 84 involved medium‑sized companies and 50 involved large companies.
Collective redundancies rise by about 16% through November and exceed the total for 2024
Regionally, the Lisbon and Tagus Valley leads, with 254 collective redundancies notified through November 2025.
Unemployment falls to 5.7% in November and hits 23-year low
Estimate released by the INE continues the downward trend.
Unemployment falls to 5.7% in November. It's the lowest level in 23 years
The number of unemployed people fell from 327.8 thousand in October to 318.8 thousand in November 2025.
Unemployment falls to 5.7% in November and hits a 23-year low
The unemployment rate fell to 5.7% in November 2025, 0.1 percentage points lower than in October and 0.9 percentage points below November 2024, according to the provisional estimate released today by the INE.
Unemployment rate fell in November to 5.7%
The unemployment rate decreased by 0.1 percentage points between October and November 2025, according to provisional data from Statistics Portugal (INE). The employment rate reached its highest level since 1998: 65.8%.
Unemployment falls to 5.7% in November. Employment at record highs
Portugal's unemployment rate has not been this low since February 2002. According to data released this Wednesday by the National Institute of Statistics (INE), in November it stood at 5.7%, falling both month-on-month and year-on-year. Employment, meanwhile, is at record highs. “The unemployment rate stood at 5.7%,...
Workers on 'lay-off' rise 19.2% in November to 7,510, highest since January
The number of workers on 'lay-off' increased by 19.2% in November, reaching 7,510 employees — the largest figure recorded since January.
Women in top positions earn less than men
Público reports that women in senior positions earn 26.5% less than men. The Guardian highlights Donald Trump, who claims he is closer to a peace deal for Ukraine.
Portugal minimum wage to rise officially
Home News Portugal minimum wage to rise officially Portugal minimum wage to rise officially It's now official, the national minimum wage will rise by 50 euros to 920 euros starting January 1, 2026, according to the decree-law published this Monday in the Official Gazette of the Union.
Unemployment falls 7.2% year‑on‑year to almost 300,000 registered in November
Unemployment decreased by 7.2% compared with the same month last year, bringing the number of people registered as unemployed to nearly 300,000 in November.
Economy minister wants social partners to reflect on wage growth
On Saturday, the Minister of the Economy and Territorial Cohesion, Castro Almeida, warned the social partners involved in discussions of the new labour package of the need to continue raising wages in Portugal. 'The social partners who will be involved in this discussion should have the opportunity to determine at what pace they are ...'
Workers in foreign companies more productive and better paid
Home News Workers in foreign companies more productive and better paid Workers in foreign companies more productive and better paid The productivity and average salary of workers in subsidiaries of foreign companies in Portugal were 69. 6% and 44.
Knowing how to communicate: the differentiator in IT recruitment
In an increasingly competitive job market, especially in the tech sector, competition is high and recruitment processes have become more demanding. It is no longer enough to master the right tools or accumulate certifications — one must know how to communicate, adapt, and demonstrate the true value they can bring to a team.
AI and worker shortages increase interest in manual professions. Plumbers earning 200 euros per hour
As the implementation of artificial intelligence (AI) progresses, workers are increasingly anxious about the future of employment. Technology is changing processes in many companies, but not all roles are equally exposed to this transformation. Despite not yet witnessing a wave of layoffs in...
Lay-offs at Bosch: a response to an unstable market?
In October, Bosch announced the implementation of lay-offs affecting around 2,500 of its approximately 3,300 workers at the Braga factory, starting in November and expected to last for six months. Workers involved in production had their contracts suspended, while those in production support...
More than 60% of companies in Portugal already offer flexible benefits, indicates WTW study
A study by WTW reveals that over 60% of companies in Portugal have implemented flexible benefits for their employees.
Dentists emigrate from Portugal before completing their degree
7% of dentists work abroad. Low earnings in Portugal are the main reason for the 'exodus'.
Autoeuropa workers to join the strike on December 11
Autoeuropa workers unanimously approved joining the general strike scheduled for the 11th of this month. This move could lead to the shutdown of the Palmela plant.
Portugal competitive in attracting talent, but faces challenges in retention
The technology sector in Portugal is experiencing a contradiction. On one hand, the country is increasingly seen as a competitive destination for international companies, thanks to lower salary costs and a strategic location. On the other hand, it faces serious difficulties in retaining qualified professionals, who continue to seek better opportunities abroad.
Polytechnic Institute of Viana launches technical courses tailored to Minho companies
To address the growing needs of the business fabric in the Minho region and assist young people in entering the job market, the Polytechnic Institute of Viana do Castelo (IPVC) will launch two new higher professional technical courses (CTeSP) in Industrial Management and Digital Business in February 2026.
Retail employs nearly half a million people and continues to gain ground in Portugal
The retail sector in Portugal has employed almost 500,000 individuals and is expanding its influence in the market.
