Investment rebounds with strong annual growth Investment in commercial real estate showed renewed momentum in 2025, with total volumes rising around ten percent compared to the previous year. According to figures released Cushman & Wakefield, total investment reached approximately two billion six hundred seventy million euros, marking a clear recovery phase for the sector after […]
Lisbon’s crypto scene does not announce itself with billboards or trading floors. Instead, it unfolds quietly in cafés, coworking spaces, and informal meetups scattered across the city. What is emerging is not just an industry presence, but a culture. Crypto in Lisbon is becoming part of daily life, shaped community habits, lifestyle choices, and a […]
Lisbon has never marketed itself loudly as a crypto hub, yet it is steadily becoming one of Europe’s most influential cities for digital assets. While other capitals compete through aggressive regulation battles or flashy conferences, Lisbon’s rise has been quieter and arguably more durable. A combination of lifestyle appeal, regulatory pragmatism, and a growing digital […]
Portugal has recorded a significant social milestone, with the risk of poverty falling in 2024 to its lowest level in the past two decades. The improvement reflects years of gradual progress in employment, social support, and income protection. Yet behind the positive headline lies a more complex reality. Around 1.7 million people in Portugal still […]
Public holidays in Portugal in 2026 provide several well placed opportunities for rest, travel, and long weekends. With a mix of fixed date celebrations and movable religious holidays, the calendar offers flexibility for workers, families, and businesses planning ahead. Understanding when these holidays fall can help residents and visitors make the most of the year. […]
Lisbon has changed dramatically over the past decade. Once considered one of Western Europe’s most affordable capitals, the city is now regularly cited in discussions about rising living costs. Rent, everyday expenses, and housing competition have all increased. Yet despite these pressures, Lisbon continues to attract new residents, international workers, and returning Portuguese nationals. The […]
Lisbon has long been defined its historic trams, tiled façades, and slow rhythms shaped tradition. Yet beneath this familiar image, the city is undergoing a steady reinvention. Lisbon is no longer just a postcard capital. It is becoming a modern urban centre where technology, entrepreneurship, and innovation coexist with heritage rather than replace it. A […]
Lisbon has quietly transformed into one of Europe’s most attractive capitals for digital workers. Once known primarily for tourism and tradition, the city is now drawing freelancers, remote employees, and entrepreneurs from across the world. This shift is not the result of a single policy or trend, but a combination of lifestyle advantages, economic positioning, […]
Portugal’s transition toward electric mobility has taken a significant step forward with the expansion of charging infrastructure along one of its most important road corridors. The A2 motorway, which connects Lisbon to the Algarve, now offers substantially improved charging capacity following new investment Galp. The move strengthens the reliability of long distance electric travel and […]
An unannounced inspection European Commission technicians has raised fresh concerns about border security standards at Lisbon Airport, one of Portugal’s most important transport hubs. Following an on site assessment carried out between December 15 and 17, inspectors concluded that there are serious deficiencies in how border controls are being managed, a finding that could have […]
