Portugal Inflation Rate at 7-Month Low âšī¸
Portugal's annual inflation rate dropped to 1.9% in March 2025, marking the lowest level since August 2024, with energy prices stalling and processed food costs easing, while unprocessed food prices increased.
Moderate economic indicator showing potential stabilization of inflation, which could influence European market sentiment and monetary policy expectations
Portugal Retail Sales Maintain Solid Growth đ
Portuguese retail sales grew by 5% year-on-year in February 2025, with increases in both food and non-food product categories, demonstrating continued consumer spending strength.
Moderate positive signal for European market exposure, indicating resilient consumer demand and potential economic stability in Portugal
Portugal Business Climate at 5-Month Low đ
Portugal's business confidence declined to a five-month low of 2.4 in March 2025, with drops across manufacturing, services, construction, and retail sectors, amid political instability and an upcoming snap election.
Political uncertainty and broad-based confidence decline could negatively impact European market and CAC40 portfolio allocations, with potential short-term market volatility
Portugal Jobless Rate Slightly Up in February âšī¸
Portugal's labor market showed slight changes in February 2025, with unemployment rising marginally to 6.4% and employment growing modestly by 2,100 individuals.
Minor labor market fluctuations with minimal potential impact on broader market sentiment, primarily affecting local economic indicators