The headline of DN on Wednesday, 18 February, highlights that despite an increase in the supply of rental homes, rents continue to rise, particularly in major urban centers where costs exceed one thousand euros. Government measures are anticipated to enhance supply, but their effects are expected to manifest in the medium to long term. The edition also features a report on social media access for young people, an interview commemorating the 40th anniversary of the first heart transplant, discussions on fame in sports, cultural insights into Lídia Jorge's novels, an obituary for civil rights advocate Jesse Jackson, and economic statistics regarding female workers' earnings.

Analytical guide to February tax and reporting deadlines for businesses and households in Portugal, compiled by EContas. The piece maps key obligations to the Tax and Customs Authority (AT) and Social Security — notably the Day 2 submission of Corporate Income Tax (IRC) and Personal Income Tax (IRS) model declarations — and flags other relevant liabilities such as IUC (vehicle tax) and AIMI (additional municipal property tax).

EContas outlines the key tax and reporting obligations due in January so businesses and households stay compliant with the Tax and Customs Authority (AT) and Social Security (SS). Important January items include the Day 9 electronic communications for IRS (personal income tax), IRC (corporation tax) and VAT, SAF‑T invoicing requirements, VAT returns and payments, and related Social Security filings — all with strict deadlines and penalties for late or incorrect submissions. Use the EContas checklist to prioritise filings, confirm filing channels (electronic transmission), and avoid sanctions.