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Calls For Ferry Connecting Madeira, Azores, And Canary Islands

Calls For Ferry Connecting Madeira, Azores, And Canary Islands

The Liberal Party (IL) proposes a new ferry service connecting Madeira, the Azores, and the Canary Islands, along with ideas on how to fund the project.

Continente Opens Store In São Vicente, Investing €6 Million And Creating 60 Jobs

Continente Opens Store In São Vicente, Investing €6 Million And Creating 60 Jobs

The SONAE group announced that it will start building a new supermarket in São Vicente.

Portugal's Consumer Credit Surges To Record High In Early 2024

Portugal's Consumer Credit Surges To Record High In Early 2024

Portuguese citizens are showing a significant willingness to take on debt, which is expected to positively impact the economy.

Government Moves Forward With Disputed Cable Car Project

Government Moves Forward With Disputed Cable Car Project

Despite strong opposition, the PSD-led government suspends the Câmara de Lobos PDM for three years, in order to move forward with the cable car project.

Madeira Government Sees Revenue Jump Of 21.3% In April 2024

Madeira Government Sees Revenue Jump Of 21.3% In April 2024

Madeira's April 2024 budget saw a strong 21.3% increase in revenue, while expenditures evolved at a slower rate.

Gross Average Salary In Madeira Increases To 1,375 Euros

Gross Average Salary In Madeira Increases To 1,375 Euros

Fresh data indicates a rise in the average salary in Madeira to 1,375 euros. However, it still lags behind mainland Portugal, as low salaries remain a general problem on the island.

Local Accommodation In Madeira Skyrockets In March 2024

Local Accommodation In Madeira Skyrockets In March 2024

Madeira's local accommodation sector surged by 23.5% in March 2024, contributing to 181,000 guests and €54.5 million revenue. Tourism from Germany remains the primary market.

TAP Portugal Makes €71.9 Million Loss So Far In 2024

TAP Portugal Makes €71.9 Million Loss So Far In 2024

TAP Air Portugal faces €71.9 million losses in Q1 2024 amid restructuring, with rising costs despite fuel savings.

Madeira Has The Lowest Unemployment Rate In Portugal

Madeira Has The Lowest Unemployment Rate In Portugal

Unemployment in Madeira dips to 6.1%, the lowest nationwide. Until now, rising interest rates have minimal impact on job market resilience.

Meu Super: Madeira Welcomes Two New Stores

Meu Super: Madeira Welcomes Two New Stores

Meu Super expands its business in Madeira and launches two new stores at the convenience of customers in urban dwellings.

Pestana Group: €100 Million Net Profit In 2023

Pestana Group: €100 Million Net Profit In 2023

A gross minimum salary of €900 (plus allowances) is enough for Pestana Group to again score a €100 million net profit.