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Foreign Direct Investment in Portugal Falls to €6.7 Billion

Foreign direct investment in Portugal reached €6.7 billion in the first half of 2026, a decrease from the previous year, according to the Bank of Portugal.

26 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Foreign direct investment (FDI) in Portugal totaled €6.7 billion in the first six months of 2026, according to data released on Wednesday by the Bank of Portugal. This figure represents a decrease of €200 million compared to the same period last year.

Of the total amount, €1.7 billion was allocated to the real estate sector, as reported by the Bank of Portugal. This figure highlights the ongoing attractiveness of the Portuguese real estate market to foreign investors.

The data underscores a slight decline in foreign direct investment flows, which amounted to €6.9 billion in the first half of 2025. This change may reflect various factors, including economic conditions and the investment climate in Portugal.

The information from the Bank of Portugal has been corroborated by various news sources, emphasizing the continued relevance of foreign investment in the national economy.

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