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09/11/2026

Ericeira property values have reportedly risen by around 75% since 2020.

Around 45 minutes to an hour from central Lisbon, Ericeira is Europe’s first World Surfing Reserve, meaning its coastline, waves and marine environment are all uniquely protected.

The appeal goes beyond the surf. There are sheltered coves and open Atlantic beaches, a compact and quintessential yet cosmopolitan Portuguese town centre, and a fishing heritage that still shapes its culture and food scene.

Nearby, the Mafra National Palace and Convent, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, adds a cultural dimension. Meanwhile, Lisbon Airport is within an hour, and Ericeira still has early-mover appeal compared with better-known locations such as Cascais and Estoril.

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Sources: Property Market-Index, Ericeira Mag, Visit Portugal, Visit Lisboa, Tapada Nacional de Mafra

Past performance is not a guide to future results.

08/11/2026

Portugal passed a startup milestone in 2025.

Startup Portugal and Informa D&B recorded 5,091 active startups, an 8% increase from 2024, meeting the 5,000-startup target set under the national recovery plan (PRR).

Those startups employ around 28,000 people and generated €1.571 billion in exports, equivalent to 1.5% of national exports.

More than 80% of those exports came from technology and knowledge-intensive services, reflecting the ecosystem’s focus on specialist services and international markets.

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Which of these figures stands out most to you?

Source: Startup Portugal and Informa D&B, “Portugal’s Startup Ecosystem 2025: From Growth to Consolidation” (2025 data).

Important Notice: This content is provided for general information purposes only and does not constitute instructed legal, tax, investment or immigration advice. Portuguese immigration, nationality and tax legislation may change, and individual circumstances vary. Readers should seek independent professional advice before making any investment, residency or citizenship-related decisions.

06/11/2026

Many believe community and collaboration is a key part to how Portugal’s future is built.

At the Portugal Investment Forum 2026, Portuguese big-wave surfer Hugo Vau, credited with surfing the biggest wave in history, shared the story and teamwork behind his unique achievement.

He’s also the founder of Atlantic Giants, a non-profit organisation dedicated to ocean preservation and regeneration based in the Azores.

In his keynote address at Portugal Investment Forum, he spoke about his belief that Portugal is now riding its own wave, bringing visionary investors together in one community with a shared interest in helping the country thrive.

The value of that community is not simply the capital it brings. It is the exchange of ideas, experience and long-term commitment around Portugal’s future.

The same elements of teamwork and collaboration that helped Hugo achieve his goal are, in his view, what will help Portugal to achieve its own success.

What makes you most excited about Portugal's future?

Source: Portugal Pathways coverage of the Portugal Investment Forum 2026. Portugal Pathways and the Portugal Investment Owners Club organised the forum.

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Important Notice: This content is provided for general information purposes only and does not constitute instructed legal, tax, financial, investment or real-estate advice. Markets, regulations and values may change, and individual circumstances vary. Portugal Pathways provides information, introductions and access to professional networks. Readers should obtain independent professional advice before making any luxury new home acquisition or investment decision.

04/11/2026

What are people really choosing when they choose Portugal?

At the Portugal Investment Forum in Lagos, Gerry Fagan, Chairman of DDM, described Portugal as a market for measured, long-term ownership rather than a “get-rich-quick” proposition.

His central point was about lifestyle. Buyers may consider returns, but many are also choosing the life they want to build here. He also noted institutional interest in existing assets such as hotels and golf courses.

Whatever the motivation, his advice was consistent: have the right professional people around you.

When you think about Portugal, what matters more to you: lifestyle, long-term ownership, or both?

Source: Portugal Pathways coverage of the Portugal Investment Forum 2026.

The value of an investment may rise or fall, and capital is at risk.

Important Notice: This content is provided for general information purposes only and does not constitute instructed legal, tax, financial, investment or real-estate advice. Markets, regulations and values may change, and individual circumstances vary. Portugal Pathways provides information, introductions and access to professional networks. Readers should obtain independent professional advice before making any luxury new home acquisition or investment decision.

02/11/2026

Have you explored the Lisbon neighbourhood beneath the 25 de Abril Bridge?

Alcântara brings together Lisbon’s industrial past, the Tagus riverfront and one of the city’s best-known creative destinations, LX Factory.

For people comparing places to live around Lisbon, it offers a different balance from the historic centre: character, culture and riverside access, with Belém and central Lisbon close by.

The client-supplied Property Market-Index figures also point to continued interest in the area’s property market.

Save this post today, so that Alcântara can become part of your Lisbon location shortlist.

Sources: Lisbon City Council; Multi Corporation; Universidade de Lisboa; Property Market-Index figures supplied in the client brief.

General information only, not legal, financial or investment advice.

01/11/2026

Portugal’s economy continues to outpace the Eurozone average.

Portugal’s economy grew by 2.5% year on year in Q2 2026, twice the pace of the wider Eurozone, with GDP up 0.8% quarter on quarter.

The labour market is just as encouraging. Unemployment fell to 5.3%, its lowest level under the current methodology since 2011, and a record 5.4 million people are now in work.

Together, these figures point to an economy with real momentum, giving families and investors added confidence when considering their next step in Portugal.

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Source: Macroeconomic Report for Portugal, BFF Banking Group and Nova SBE.

General information only, not financial or investment advice.

Which of these figures stands out most to you?

30/10/2026

Tourism remains central to the Algarve and Portugal, but the region’s next chapter can be broader.

António Guerreiro, Executive Director of Algarve Evolution, argues that entrepreneurship, skills, talent and investment are the conditions that allow businesses to start locally, grow sustainably and compete internationally.

That is not a case for less tourism. It is a case for more depth around it: more businesses, more capability and more routes for talent to stay and succeed.

Let us know in the comments.

What’s your thoughts on this point?

28/10/2026

Portugal’s growth story is increasingly a talent story.

At the inaugural Portugal Investment Forum 2026, industry leaders discussed what it takes to bring Portuguese talent home and give graduates more reasons to build their future in the country.

The discussion connected early-stage university investment, stronger local businesses and major international arrivals.

Paul Stannard described the balance as needing “both the acorns and the oaks”: new ventures with room to grow, alongside established employers that can anchor skills and opportunity.

The tools are there. The next test is how effectively they are used.

Source: Portugal Pathways coverage of the Portugal Investment Forum 2026.

General information only, not tax, legal, financial or investment advice.

Where could returning talent make the greatest difference to Portugal’s future?

27/10/2026

Take a look at some of our highlights from Portugal Investment Forum Lisbon 2026.

It was a fantastic day, with some truly insightful discussions and panels around the future of Portugal.

If you’re interested in signing up for our future events around Portugal’s future, you can express your interest in attending Portugal Investment Forum 2027, and the inaugural Portugal Investment summit, through the link in our bio.

26/10/2026

Have you heard of this fairytale location close to Lisbon?

This is Sintra, where palaces, forests and historic estates form a UNESCO Cultural Landscape, while the surrounding natural park helps preserve the character that makes the area distinctive.

From Pena Palace and Quinta da Regaleira to Cabo da Roca and Penha Longa, the appeal is as much about the landscape and daily life as it is about architecture. Save this carousel for your Portugal location shortlist.

Sources: UNESCO; Parques de Sintra; ICNF; Golf World Top 100 World Resorts 2025; Portugal Pathways.

General information only, not legal, financial or investment advice.

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