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The Portuguese government, UGT, and four business confederations are meeting to negotiate a decisive agreement on new labour law reforms.
Portugal is seeking to enhance its appeal to Middle Eastern investors, particularly from Qatar, by shifting its marketing strategy beyond just its favorable climate. In Doha, representatives from Startup Portugal are engaging with local entrepreneurs to promote investment opportunities in the country.
A fact-check analysis confirming the accuracy of Prime Minister Montenegro's claim regarding Portugal's employment figures.
Macau facilitates the signing of 109 business agreements between Chinese firms and partners in Portugal and Spain.
Portugal's business landscape is dominated by small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), which officials argue hinders productivity and global competitiveness. To address this 'SME trap,' the Banco Português de Fomento (BPF) plans to inject €30 billion into the economy through 2028, using public guarantees, European funds, and a new sovereign-style investment fund to help companies scale up and compete internationally.
The Banco Português de Fomento (BPF) is working on a “fund of funds” designed to operate as a permanent sovereign wealth fund to support the growth and internationalisation of Portuguese SMEs and start-ups. According to Tereza Fiúza, the bank's Chief Investment Officer, the initiative aims to professionalise capital management, leverage public and private investment, and help small Portuguese companies scale globally, moving beyond the country's current reliance on micro-enterprises.
Sam Hou Fai, the first Chief Executive of the Chinese semi-autonomous region to master the Portuguese language, departs on Friday for a trip that begins in Lisbon and also includes a stop in Madrid.
Less than two months after the Web Summit in Qatar, the first signs of investment from Doha are beginning to arrive in Lisbon. The private equity fund JTA – International Investment Holding, based in Qatar, took advantage of the corridors of the technology summit in the Middle East to hire a Portuguese national and establish itself domestically.
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The consolidation of the Portuguese business landscape will be the subject of the 'M&A - Consolidating to Grow' conference, hosted by Diário de Notícias and PwC on 22 April. The event, held at the Palácio Sotto Mayor in Lisbon, will explore the relationship between company size, competitiveness, and salary policies, while also examining the current state of Portuguese businesses and available financing mechanisms for consolidation. The conference will feature industry leaders, including representatives from the Banco Português de Fomento, Fortitude Capital, and the José de Mello Group, concluding with an address by the Secretary of State for the Budget, José Maria Brandão de Brito.
Prime Minister Luís Montenegro announced a 600 million euro support line, 'Portugal Energy Resilience', to assist companies where energy costs exceed 20% of production expenses. Funded by the Banco Português de Fomento, the initiative provides state guarantees of 70% for large companies and 80% for SMEs to help manage cash flow and operational needs. During the announcement, marking his two-year anniversary in office, Montenegro stated that the country and its citizens are in a better position than they were two years ago.
Armindo Monteiro says that 'as soon as this negotiation process ends', the CIP will propose 'a plan' for income, with the aim of increasing wages and growing the economy.
The president of the CIP - Confederation of Portuguese Business said today that he hopes to 'conclude quickly' the negotiation process regarding changes to labour law and considered that the country is 'a little bit tired of this negotiation'.
With products used daily by a billion people worldwide, the Swedish company Essity has chosen Lisbon to host one of its two shared service centres, which serves the entire group. This investment places Portugal at the heart of the strategy of the multinational, a global leader in the hygiene and health sector.
Bauer Media has chosen Portugal for its new technology centre, which will monitor all of the group's digital activity, with plans to hire 15 specialists, the CEO of the Portuguese subsidiary told Lusa today. The group announced the creation of a new technology hub in Portugal, strengthening its investment in the Portuguese market.
During the Microsoft Building the Future 2026 event in Lisbon, Microsoft's Southern Europe General Manager, Kristina Tikhonova, highlighted Portugal's rapid adoption of AI. With an ecosystem generating 7.3 billion euros for the national economy—expected to rise to 9 billion with the Sines investment—Portugal is currently a 'fast follower,' with an AI adoption rate of 24.2%, well above the global average of 16%. Tikhonova discussed the importance of cultural shifts in leadership, the role of 'Frontier Firms' in achieving high ROI, and the necessity of data consistency and cybersecurity training to sustain this growth.
Financial discipline is the top priority for the Mota-Engil Group through 2030, according to CEO Carlos Mota Santos. The company plans to nearly double its revenue to 9 billion euros by that year, up from 5.3 billion in 2025, while focusing on cash-flow generation, a stronger balance sheet, and a solvency ratio above 18%. The strategy rests on three pillars: growth in core engineering and construction markets, diversification through synergistic platforms, and strict financial discipline.
The fifth edition of the Transatlantic Business Summit took place this Friday in Lisbon. The event focused on geopolitics, digital transformation, and business resilience and innovation. CNN journalist Patrícia Correia Pereira spoke with the president of the American Chamber of Commerce, António Martins da Costa, and banker António Horta Osório about the need to increase the competitiveness of Portuguese companies.
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The strategic consultancy Boston Consulting Group (BCG) announced the return of José Koch Ferreira, who served as chief financial officer of NOS, to its Lisbon office as a partner, at a time when the firm is expanding. The reinforcement of the partners' ranks is part of the company's strategy to deepen support for organisations. BCG says it aims to assist ...
Swiss Life Asset Managers, the asset manager of the Swiss life and pensions insurance group, will open an office in Lisbon that will operate as a centre of expertise for business support functions and IT services. According to the Swiss group, Swiss Life Asset Managers will establish itself in Portugal because it will...
Web Summit generated more than €100 million last year. “2025 was a historic year. We hope 2026 will be even better,” announced Paddy Cosgrave, CEO of Web Summit. The organisation is strengthening the team with 60 additional employees, of whom 20 will join the Lisbon office, ECO has learned. The summit ...
On the day of a general strike, the streets of Lisbon were filled with demonstrators who criticised Luís Montenegro and a “dangerous” labour package. The protests brought together people of all ages and professions.
This article highlights Portugal's emergence as a vibrant hub for the software industry. Key points include: - Portugal's rapid development of a strong tech ecosystem, especially in Lisbon and Porto. - Notable companies like OutSystems (a $9.5bn low-code platform), Feedzai (AI-driven fraud detection), and Sword Health (digital healthtech valued at $3bn). - A new wave of startups such as Neuraspace and Rauva attracting significant funding, alongside established unicorns like Farfetch, Talkdesk, and Unbabel. - The country's growing reputation for excellence in software development, driven by a combination of historical expertise, innovative initiatives, and increasing investment. - Portugal is positioning itself as a competitive player on the European and global tech stage, with industry leaders and investors recognizing its potential for tech innovation and startup growth.
