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Euribor rates at six months rise to new highs since November 2024

The 6-month Euribor rate reached 2.806% on Thursday, marking its highest level since November 2024. The 3-month rate also rose to 2.643%, while the 12-month rate remained at 3.138%, matching the peak last seen in August 2024.

Why it mattersIf you have a variable-rate mortgage in Portugal, these rising Euribor rates suggest that your next interest payment adjustment could result in higher monthly installments.

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