A new barometer from Via Senior reveals that nearly one in two families searches for a home with a maximum budget of €1,500 per month, yet many are forced to exceed this amount to secure a property.
Until now, the cost of connecting biomethane and hydrogen projects to the grid was paid by the producers. The energy regulator (ERSE) has proposed that consumers should bear part of these costs instead.
Economist Filipe Garcia analyzes the potential impacts on the Portuguese economy should oil prices continue to rise and surpass the $100 per barrel mark. He suggests that current economic conditions are not well-positioned to absorb such a price surge.
Former Economy Minister Manuel Caldeira Cabral discussed the potential impact of rising oil prices due to the conflict in the Middle East, noting that lower current reserves could make the situation more difficult than in the past.
Reports indicate that some products labeled as Portuguese honey may not actually have been produced in Portugal. This issue is raising concerns regarding food authenticity and the protection of local agricultural standards.
Rising tensions between Washington and Tehran and Houthi attacks on tankers in the Red Sea have pushed crude oil prices to a two-month high. This trend threatens to stall the cooling of inflation and increase energy costs for consumers in Portugal.
The European Central Bank President, Christine Lagarde, signaled that interest rate increases are likely in September due to inflation concerns fueled by geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Some council members had considered a rate hike earlier, but a pause was maintained for July.
The electricity supplier G9 is informing customers on fixed-rate plans that it is switching their contracts to a dynamic pricing model indexed to the Iberian wholesale energy market (OMIE) with price updates every 15 minutes. This change could lead to significant increases in monthly electricity bills for affected consumers.
European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde warns that geopolitical instability in the Middle East may keep energy prices high, complicating efforts to lower inflation. Analysts suggest an interest rate hike by the ECB in September is likely.
The sustainability factor reduces early retirement pensions by 17.63%, but it does not apply to those retiring at the statutory age of 66 years and 11 months with 40 years of contributions, contrary to claims made by politician André Ventura.
Local beekeepers are warning that honey labeled as Portuguese may actually be produced abroad, putting pressure on local producers. They describe the situation as a critical issue for the sustainability of the domestic industry.
More than 30 families living in the Fernão de Magalhães social housing complex in Porto face the possibility of being charged thousands of euros to cover building renovation costs, which are estimated at over one million euros.
The consumer protection association DECO PROteste reported that the cost of a basket of essential food items experienced its largest weekly decrease since the start of 2026. This downward trend in grocery prices represents a significant change after months of rising costs for household staples.
The price of a barrel of Brent crude has increased by more than 10 dollars over the course of this week.
The agricultural production cycle in Portugal has seen significant price increases for olive oil, meat, and eggs, while cereal prices have experienced a decline. These market trends reflect the current inflationary pressures on basic food commodities.
Financial expert Bárbara Barroso anticipates that the European Central Bank (ECB) will keep interest rates stable today, but expects changes to follow in September.
Economist Filipe Grilo analyzes the likely decisions of the European Central Bank regarding interest rates for the remainder of 2026. While expectations currently favor keeping rates unchanged, he warns that rising oil and gas prices pose significant risks of future hikes.
The government signed an agreement in April for a 4.7% increase in funding for the social sector to cover continued care, but social institutions report they have not yet received these funds. These organizations have been covering mandatory salary increases out-of-pocket since January, placing significant financial strain on their operations.
The European Central Bank announced this Thursday that it will maintain current interest rates at their existing levels.
The European Central Bank (ECB) has decided to keep interest rates stable for now, but officials warned that the eurozone may face a rise in inflation in the near future.
The price of a Brent crude oil barrel has risen by more than 4% today, driven by ongoing tensions and US attacks in Iran.
The municipality of Esposende has introduced a tourist tax for overnight stays. It applies to guests aged 16 and older, for up to five consecutive nights.
Expectations suggest the European Central Bank (ECB) will keep interest rates steady this Thursday, though rising global oil prices are increasing pressure on policy makers.
The consumer protection association DECO has raised concerns over the water pricing structure in Almada, arguing that residents are being unfairly penalized by double billing.
Despite current water levels in dams, rising temperatures are drying out soil rapidly and increasing the risk of long-term drought in Portugal. Experts warn that the current favourable conditions may be temporary as extreme heat becomes a primary driver for water scarcity.