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Cost of living analysis, prices, and affordability in Portugal.

Portugal's Gas Regulator Proposes 6.3% Tariff Increase for October as War Pushes Up Energy Costs

Portugal's Gas Regulator Proposes 6.3% Tariff Increase for October as War Pushes Up Energy Costs

Portugal's energy regulator ERSE has proposed a 6.3% average increase in natural gas tariffs for the gas year starting October 1, 2026, citing rising acquisition costs driven by the Middle East conflict and declining demand that pushes up network...

Portugal's Food Basket Hits All-Time High of €254.40 as Iran War Pressures Grocery Bills

Portugal's Food Basket Hits All-Time High of €254.40 as Iran War Pressures Grocery Bills

# Portugal's Food Basket Hits All-Time High of €254.40 as Iran War Pressures Grocery Bills The cost of essential groceries in Portugal reached a new record this week, with a basket of 63 basic food items monitored by consumer watchdog DECO Proteste...