Portugal has introduced a new set of housing reforms aimed at addressing the country’s growing affordability challenges, as demand continues to outpace supply in key urban areas. The measures, approved on March 27 under the government led Luís Montenegro, focus on increasing the availability of homes, encouraging investment in the property sector and improving access […]
The euro weakened against the US dollar as escalating tensions linked to the ongoing Iran conflict triggered renewed concerns over economic growth across Europe. Investors reacted to rising uncertainty shifting toward safer assets, pushing the dollar higher while pressuring European currencies. The move reflects growing fears that prolonged instability in the Middle East could disrupt […]
The European Central Bank has signaled it is prepared to act decisively if inflation begins to rise persistently above its target, as concerns grow over energy driven price pressures across the eurozone. Comments from policymaker Peter Kazimir highlight increasing uncertainty linked to geopolitical tensions and their potential impact on inflation expectations. While recent data has […]
Global accounting network UHY has strengthened its presence in Portugal adding Lisbon based audit and advisory firm André Graça & Associados as a full member, marking a strategic move to deepen its footprint in Southern Europe. The integration reflects UHY’s broader focus on expanding in key economic regions while enhancing its ability to support clients […]
Major European asset managers are pushing back against recent volatility in bond markets that has sharply altered expectations for interest rate decisions the European Central Bank and the Bank of England. Large institutional investors say market reactions to rising energy prices and geopolitical tensions have been exaggerated, creating opportunities in government bond markets. The reassessment […]
Portugal’s real estate sector strengthened its position as the leading destination for foreign investment in 2025 after attracting a record 3.9 billion euros in foreign direct investment. The surge in property investment came despite an overall decline in total foreign direct investment flowing into the country. While overall FDI dropped sharply during the year, the […]
Portugal has entered a new political chapter following the presidential victory of António José Seguro in the 2026 election. While the Portuguese presidency is not an executive role in the same sense as the prime minister’s office, the position carries constitutional influence, agenda setting power, and symbolic weight in shaping national direction. At a time […]
Activist hedge fund Elliott Management has reportedly assured the UK government that it does not intend to push for a break up of London Stock Exchange Group or seek to move its primary listing to New York, easing concerns following the fund’s recent stake building in the financial data and exchange operator. According to reports, […]
Air France KLM has confirmed it is preparing a non binding offer as part of the ongoing privatisation process of TAP Air Portugal, describing the Portuguese carrier’s route network as highly complementary to its own operations. The Franco Dutch aviation group was selected as one of three European airline groups to move forward to the […]
The Council of Europe has agreed to lift the diplomatic immunity of its former Secretary General Thorbjorn Jagland, clearing the way for Norwegian police to investigate potential links to disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein. The decision follows a request from Norway’s authorities, who have opened a white collar crime investigation into Jagland on suspicion of aggravated […]
