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The Portuguese construction sector is experiencing a clear divergence between future supply pipelines and near-term asset delivery. According to the latest data from Portugal’s National Statistics Institute, 6.5 thousand building permits were issued nationwide in the first quarter of 2026. This represents a 10.9% year-on-year contraction, illustrating a continued tightening...

According to the latest data from Portugal’s National Statistics Institute (INE), the total index for Portugal Construction Costs for New Housing rose by 5.9% on a year-on-year basis in April 2026. This performance marks a 0.2 percentage point acceleration from the previous month. This strategic shift directly follows the supply-side...

According to the latest flash statistics from Portugal’s National Statistics Institute (INE), the tourist accommodation sector recorded 2.9 million guests and 7.2 million overnight stays in April 2026, translating to a modest year-on-year expansion of 2.4% and 0.6%, respectively. Total sector revenue climbed 5.2% to EUR 600.7 million, while direct...

The Portuguese housing market valuation reached a new peak in April 2026. According to the latest data from Portugal’s National Statistics Institute (INE), the median value of bank appraisals on housing rose to €2,174 per square meter, representing a month-on-month increase of 1.1%. As highlighted in our previous publication, this...

According to the latest data from Portugal’s National Statistics Institute (INE), the Portugal commercial property price index rose by 10.1% in 2025. This metrics-driven surge represents the highest annual increase since the data series began, marking a substantial acceleration over the 4.7% growth recorded in 2024. This significant pricing momentum...

According to the latest data from Portugal’s National Statistics Institute (INE), Portugal housing loan interest rates for all existing agreements contracted slightly to 3.077% in April, down from 3.088% in March. Concurrently, the rate for new contracts closed in the previous three months ticked upward to 2.833%. This divergence between...

According to the latest data from Portugal’s National Statistics Institute (INE), the tourist accommodation sector generated EUR 1.0 billion in total revenue during the first quarter of 2026. This 5.5% year-on-year increase signals a fundamental decoupling of hospitality performance from broader macroeconomic volatility, presenting a compelling case for those looking...

According to the latest data from Portugal’s National Statistics Institute (INE), the Portuguese construction sector registered a significant shift in momentum this March. This rebound follows a period where Portugal construction market production growth moderated to 0.4%, signaling a renewed appetite for those looking to invest in property in Portugal....

According to the latest data from Portugal’s National Statistics Institute (INE), Portugal Construction Cost Trends for new residential buildings rose by 5.8% year-on-year in March 2026. This represents a 1.0 percentage point acceleration compared to the previous month, a critical metric for those looking to invest in property in Portugal....