The construction sector in Portugal shows growth in turnover, employment, and the number of active companies, with a significant increase in the proportion of foreign workers. Despite this growth, the sector's relative contribution to the national GDP has decreased.
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The latest tracking poll shows the AD coalition rising 0.4 percentage points to 22.7%, while the PS maintains a lead at 29.6% and Chega stays in second place with 27.3%. The survey, conducted between 12 October and 2 November, reflects ongoing dissatisfaction with the government's performance and the housing crisis, with 62% of respondents believing the country is heading in the wrong direction.
An Atlantic depression will affect mainland Portugal, the Azores and Madeira, with precipitation intensifying on the mainland from Sunday 8 November and in Madeira starting on Saturday 7 November.
The cost of flowers has increased by over 50% in the last five years, with a bunch of 10 chrysanthemums now costing 15 euros compared to 10 euros at the start of the decade. Florists report a significant drop in demand due to rising prices, the popularity of cremations, and lower consumer spending on cemetery decorations.