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Bankinter Portugal celebrates its tenth anniversary with a strategic goal to enter the top six banking institutions in the country by 2030, focusing on corporate lending, digital expansion, and market share growth.
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.
The Macao Trade and Investment Promotion Institute (IPIM) revealed that the business delegation accompanying the local government leader's visit signed 109 cooperation agreements in Portugal and Spain. In a statement released on Saturday night, IPIM noted that the protocols were the result of more than 220 meetings.
Macau facilitates the signing of 109 business agreements between Chinese firms and partners in Portugal and Spain.
Francisco Calheiros stated he is available to return to the labour negotiation table “provided there is something concrete” and that “the UGT says what it is willing to do.”
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.
Brazilian President Lula da Silva is in Lisbon this Tuesday for meetings with Portuguese Prime Minister Luís Montenegro and President of the Republic António José Seguro. Two demonstrations are taking place near the Belém Palace: one, organised by Chega, against the visit, and another in support of the Brazilian head of state.
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.
Around 300 leaders from European defence and aeronautics companies will converge in Lisbon this April for the ASD Convention 2026, the European meeting for the Aerospace, Defence and Security sector, organised in partnership by the AED Cluster Portugal and the ASD, on the 27th and 28th of April. The hosting of the ASD Convention...
BCP will propose the election of corporate bodies for the 2026-2029 triennium at the General Meeting scheduled for May 7th, along with a more generous dividend distribution policy, among other changes for the next term.
The UGT leader was accused of not bringing to a vote by the central union the proposal containing all the progress achieved in the last meeting between the Social Partners. Mário Mourão highlighted the importance of proposals being “written and concrete” rather than just “consensualised”.
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Montenegro says that he will discuss labour reform within the social concertation framework, but without dragging it out. He claims he wants to exhaust all possibilities before going to Parliament, and will take Seguro's concerns into consideration.
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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.
In March, 1,500 combustion-engine vehicles stopped operating in Lisbon and Porto because platforms like Bolt and Uber failed to adjust fares to rising fuel costs, according to the Portuguese Association of Unmarked Car Transporters (APTAD). The association reports that the trend is accelerating, particularly among the 57% of the fleet running on combustion engines, and criticises the platforms for their inaction and failure to respond to open letters regarding support measures. APTAD argues that the current legal framework is flawed, allowing platforms to set prices unilaterally without accounting for real operating costs, and has proposed legislative changes to introduce minimum fares and occupancy rates to protect drivers' incomes.
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'.
We hope to conclude this process quickly, stated CIP president Armindo Monteiro.
The Secretary of State for Communities establishes as a “great ambition” the creation of an “economic community for the Portuguese”.
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.
The National Union of Civil Aviation Workers (SINTAC) has reached an agreement with the management of OGMA – Indústria Aeronáutica de Portugal to update the salary scale, providing for increases of at least 60 euros starting from July 1st. In a statement, SINTAC adds that the agreement to update the salary scale...
The General Confederation of Portuguese Workers (CGTP) called for a national demonstration in Lisbon on April 17 this Wednesday. According to RTP, the announcement was made by the CGTP National Council, and the protest demands a 'general and significant increase in wages and pensions', in addition to opposing the 'increase in the cost of living'.
The war in the Middle East and the resulting energy crisis are topics that will be at the centre of the fortnightly debate. It is expected that changes to labour law will also be addressed by the opposition in the Assembly of the Republic.
The webpage highlights Portugal's celebrations of the Day of Portugal, with commemorations taking place in the Azores, specifically in Terceira, and in Luxembourg. It also reports on political and economic news, including a nationwide protest called by CGTP scheduled for April 17 in Lisbon, and discussions on taxes and military bases. Additionally, there are updates on Portugal's sports achievements, such as Sporting Braga's victory in the Europa League and FC Porto's upcoming matches. The page covers various other topics, including regional issues like the alleged favoritism towards Ryanair by the Azores government and a significant fraud involving luxury properties. Overall, the content provides a broad overview of current events and celebrations related to Portugal.
The webpage provides a variety of recent news updates related to Portugal. Key highlights include the CGTP labor union calling for a national demonstration in Lisbon on April 17, reflecting ongoing social and economic activism. Portugal's celebrations for Dia de Portugal are taking place in the Azores and Luxembourg. Additionally, there are reports on political debates, economic issues such as pension reforms, and local incidents like a major real estate fraud involving multiple arrests. The site also covers sports achievements, notably Braga's victory in the Europa League quarter-finals, and other national events and controversies. Overall, the page offers a broad overview of current political, economic, social, and sporting news relevant to Portugal.
The webpage provides a broad overview of current news across various topics, including international politics, economy, and culture, with some focus on Portugal. Key points related to Portugal include: - The CGTP labor union plans to visit the ministry on a scheduled day despite not being officially summoned. - Mário Centeno has left his position at the Bank of Portugal to retire. - The Salesianos school in Cascais has admitted to offering different meals for students based on whether they pay, highlighting ongoing discussions about social inequality. - Politically, Paulo Rangel downplays the significance of the Lajes base issue, stating it is not a current priority. - The country is also involved in broader international contexts, such as the Ukraine conflict and relations with the US and Iran. Overall, the article touches on domestic political and social issues, economic developments, and Portugal's position within global affairs.
