Bondalti tender bid. Selling is “more prudent”, says analyst

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With the industry in deep crisis, Lighthouse says accepting the offer is the best option for shareholders. Regarding the price, they acknowledge that the takeover bid values Ercros above the multiples


Iran. Durão Barroso considers Spain’s position a “mistake”

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"From the Spanish point of view, I think it's a mistake. It has managed to turn the entire Arab world against it", he says on the position of Pedro Sánchez's govt. on the US and Israeli offensive.


Nos CEO thinks it’s “too early” to talk about succession

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Miguel Almeida seems to have the "energy" and “motivation” to keep running the telecoms company. His term ends at the end of 2027. When asked, he says it's "a bit early" to talk about his succession.




Tekever opens training centre in Peniche

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Working in coordination with the centre already operating at West Wales Airport in the United Kingdom, the Portuguese company expects to train "more than a hundred operators this year".


Mota-Engil increases profits by 9% to €133 million in 2025

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Construction company achieved record EBITDA of €979 million, with an "unprecedented margin" of 18%. Elections in Portugal, political transition in Mexico and loss of Poland cause 11% drop in turnover.


Portugal leads Europe in percentage of female inventors

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In a context where gender disparity in Europe is only slightly decreasing, Portugal's performance stands out as a relevant indicator of the economy's competitive and innovative capacity.


Effects of US-Iran war already being felt in energy costs

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The impact of the attack on Iran on the national economy is difficult to assess because "there are a number of unknowns". The biggest of these is the duration of the conflict.


Who loses and who gains from the EU-Mercosur agreement

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Machinery and equipment, components for transport equipment, pharmaceuticals, metalworking and construction materials are some of the sectors that stand to benefit most.



IAG reinforces interest in TAP after record profits

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The group that owns British Airways made €5 billion in profits in 2025 and confirmed that it is in the process of privatising TAP, but will only proceed if the purchase creates value for shareholders.


Aralab starts production of climatic chambers in China

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The company has started manufacturing climate test chamber components in Asia to reduce logistics costs and is preparing to open a commercial representation in the European market.


CGD considers strengthening Fidelidade “if there’s an IPO”

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Paulo Macedo declined to comment on ECO's report regarding the possibility of strengthening its stake in the insurance company. However, if there is an IPO, Caixa Geral de Depósitos will analyse it.


Interview Shield PFC appointments from political influence, says OECD

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Scherie Nicol, responsible for Independent Fiscal Institutions at the OECD, highlights the independence of Portugal's Public Finance Council, recommending "robust procedures" to protect appointments.


Cristiano Ronaldo buys 25% stake in Spanish club Almería

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The captain of the Portuguese national team emphasised that Almería, which plays in the Spanish second division, is a club "with solid foundations and clear potential for growth".


After a “great” 2025, EDP reiterates goals for this year

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Miguel Stilwell d'Andrade pointed out that, with record water levels and greater visibility in regulation in various geographies, EDP is "very confident" in its goals for this year.


From sport to media and industry. CR7’s business ventures

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With a fortune estimated at over a billion dollars, the Portuguese footballer continues to expand his vast network of investments, which spans sectors as diverse as AI, tourism, sport and the media.


“It’s America first, it’s not America alone”

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The US ambassador to Portugal and the president of AmCham believe that business leaders will adjust to higher tariffs once the rules are known. Defence spending sparks interest.



Portuguese anti-drone technology protects Ukraine’s skies

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The startup that developed the Swatter Portable Gun (SPG), a portable anti-drone device, is preparing a €1.2 million funding round and already has its sights set on the US and Brazil.



BCP injects €90 million into digital bank ActivoBank

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ActivoBank more than doubled its loan portfolio last year and profits accelerated by 25%. The digital bank gives BCP reason to smile, with the latter expected to announce profits of €1 billion.