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The Renault Clio led the European sales ranking during the first quarter of 2026, despite having risen only 1.5% compared to the same period in 2025. The surprise came right in 2nd place...
A report highlights that brands within the technology, education, and food sectors are the most trusted by Portuguese consumers.
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A study indicates that Portuguese consumers show a preference for brands that demonstrate an understanding of their specific requirements.
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An analysis of the unexpected performance and market impact of Chinese vehicles currently being sold in Portugal.
Between January and March of this year, 3.205 million books were sold.
Sales resulted in a financial revenue of 46.839 million euros, up 3.5% compared to the first quarter of 2025. The most sought-after genre was children's and young adult literature.
In an increasingly demanding and competitive economic context, organisations today face a central challenge: ensuring their professionals are prepared to respond to a market in constant transformation. The speed at which knowledge evolves is currently one of the defining characteristics of the business world. New legal frameworks, new technological tools, and new...
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Rising energy prices, linked to instability in the Middle East, are putting pressure on the automotive sector. Even so, the Portuguese market continues to grow, and it is the Chinese brands that stand out the most, particularly MG, which has almost tripled its sales and leads growth among the main manufacturers.
The 2025 results of the biggest luxury houses leave a central idea for 2026: the sector has not entered a new phase of widespread expansion. A joint snapshot of the results of the largest groups and companies in the sector – LVMH, Kering, Hermès, Prada, Burberry, Capri, and even L'Oréal and Inditex – shows that there is no...
The global consumer technology goods market grew by 5% in value in 2025, according to GfK's general manager, António Salvador. He estimates a more modest growth of 0.4% for 2026, citing an uncertain economic outlook, the impact of artificial intelligence, and potential geopolitical risks. These findings were presented during GfK's '30 Years Deciphering the Market' conference in Lisbon.
Growth in 2025 was higher than expected by GfK, which predicts an uncertain outlook for this year.
Financial markets remain driven by developments in the Middle East conflict. Investors are showing optimism, leading to a drop in oil prices as they perceive a potential path to peace. Donald Trump stated that “productive talks” occurred between the US and Iran over the weekend, suggesting the war may be nearing an end. The US President also announced a five-day pause in hostilities, easing tensions and boosting market recovery. Brent crude is falling sharply, down 5% from the session's start and nearly 7% from earlier Monday morning levels, dropping from around $108 to approximately $101 per barrel. Meanwhile, major European stock indices are up nearly 1%, and S&P 500 futures have risen 1.5%. Gold is down 4.60%, recovering from earlier losses that had pushed it to mid-December lows. Trump has announced “very good” talks with Iran and ordered a suspension of attacks on energy facilities.
European stock markets followed their main Asian counterparts and opened the week in decline, punished by the mutual exchange of threats between the United States and Iran, at a time when gold is recording an 8% drop, erasing its gains for the year. “As expected, the week begins with many markets again...”
The ranking of the country's largest advertisers was once again led by Ediclube in February. At list prices — that is, without the discounts negotiated with media outlets — the teleshopping company invested 59.7 million euros in advertising, 5 million less than in January. The second largest advertiser in February, of...
The price increase occurred after Israel's attack on the South Pars natural gas field in the Persian Gulf.
Copper, nickel, and zinc also recorded sharp falls this Thursday, before recovering slightly.
Around 09:10 in Lisbon, the EuroStoxx 600 was down 1.82% to 587.04 points.
Economist Filipe Grilo admits that there are companies that will make money from this crisis caused by the war in the Middle East, but questions whether those gains might not be legitimate when those companies were the ones that prepared themselves best for these risks.
The article reports on the positive performance of European stock markets, driven by a significant 7% surge in the German publisher Springer. Additionally, oil prices have resumed an upward trend. The coverage highlights market movements and economic indicators relevant to Portugal and Europe, emphasizing regional financial trends and the impact of global commodities on local markets.
The article discusses how the global shortage of semiconductor chips is expected to cause a significant increase in smartphone prices, particularly impacting the mid-range segment. Due to the chip scarcity, the availability of mid-tier smartphones may diminish or disappear, leading to a potential “tsunami” effect on prices. This shortage is driven by disruptions in supply chains and increased demand, and it is anticipated to have widespread repercussions on the electronics market in Portugal and worldwide.
On a global scale, Portugal is a small market. However, those who operate here know that a market's relevance is not measured solely by its size, but by the maturity of its consumers. The Portuguese consumer is demanding, informed, and increasingly strategic in their purchasing decisions. They live in a context of high...
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The webpage references a detailed analysis and database report on Portugal's colocation data center market, covering current and upcoming data centers. It includes insights into 13 major operators and investors, with specifics on 14 existing data centers and 11 planned future facilities. The report aims to provide comprehensive coverage of Portugal's data center infrastructure, market trends, and investment opportunities, although the full article content is not accessible due to a loading error.
The article from Jornal de Negócios highlights key financial and economic updates relevant to Portugal and the Eurozone. It discusses the energy sector's developments within the Eurogroup, along with other significant economic indicators and market movements. The coverage includes insights into Portugal's economic policies, market trends, and key sectors such as energy, banking, and industry, providing a comprehensive overview to help readers start their day informed about Portugal's economic landscape.
