Data from the Portuguese Psychologists' Association released on World Mental Health Day shows that workers in Portugal take an average of 13 days of leave per year due to psychological issues. This absenteeism is estimated to cost companies over 13 billion euros annually.
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The government's proposed 2027 state budget relies on projections of increased employment and wage growth to boost Social Security contributions and avoid a budget deficit. The Public Finance Council (CFP) has expressed skepticism, noting that the government's economic growth and labor market assumptions may be overly optimistic.
The government confirmed a computer error at the Caixa Geral de Aposentações (CGA) that led to the overpayment of approximately 3,000 pensions. Affected retirees are now required to repay the excess amount received, with the Ministry of Labour offering options on how to manage the repayment.
The number of working individuals aged 65 or older reached 129,000 in 2025, an increase of 15,000 compared to 2024. All of these individuals contributed to Social Security.