AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoLiving-Cost Protests: Tens of thousands marched in Lisbon over rising rents, low wages and the cost of living, with rallies also held in Porto and Coimbra. Protesters pitched tents to spotlight the housing crisis; the demonstrations follow a police operation to clear a housing encampment in Porto. Algarve Retail: Mercadona has opened its first Algarve supermarket in Portimão, investing more than €6.5 million and creating 100 jobs. A Faro store is due to open on November 12. Tourism: Lisbon was named Europe’s Best City Destination and Best Cruise Destination at the 2026 World Travel Awards. TAP Sale: Portugal selected Lufthansa to buy a 44.9% stake in TAP Air Portugal for €1.2 billion, choosing it over Air France-KLM in a major step in the airline’s privatisation.
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