Economy

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Madeira Finally Has It's First Bitcoin ATM

Madeira Finally Has It's First Bitcoin ATM

Coinciding with the upcoming Bitcoin Atlantis event in Funchal and as the cryptocurrency market experiences another bull run, Madeira welcomes its first Bitcoin ATM!

Miguel Albuquerque's Estate: Property Tax Fivefolds

Miguel Albuquerque's Estate: Property Tax Fivefolds

Miguel Albuquerque faces a 436% increase in Municipal Property Tax for his luxury villa in Ponta Delgada, find out why.

Portugal Leads EU with 69% Surge in Olive Oil Prices

Portugal Leads EU with 69% Surge in Olive Oil Prices

No other country in the European Union has seen a higher surge in Olive Oil prices than Portugal. However, prices went up everywhere and there is a simple reason.

More German Tourists To Madeira in 2024?

More German Tourists To Madeira in 2024?

Despite Germany facing heavy economic challenges, Madeira anticipates an increase in tourism from Germany for 2024.

Madeira Cinemas 2023: 1,2 Million In Revenue

Madeira Cinemas 2023: 1,2 Million In Revenue

Cinemas in Madeira are on their way to fully recovering from the pandemic, despite significantly lower scores than in 2019.

Fuel Consumption Increased While Prices Dropped

Fuel Consumption Increased While Prices Dropped

In 2023, Madeira consumed 159.7 million liters of fuel, with daily usage exceeding 400.000 liters.

New Ilha da Madeira Cargo Vessel Now in Caniçal

New Ilha da Madeira Cargo Vessel Now in Caniçal

The former RS Mistral will now operate as the Ilha da Madeira cargo vessel.

Housing Rental Prices Rise From 2000 to 2100 Euros in Only One Month

Housing Rental Prices Rise From 2000 to 2100 Euros in Only One Month

Like in most places around Europe, housing prices spiral out of control. Most recent numbers show that the dangerous trend continues.

Beware of Phone Scams Impersonating Banco de Portugal

Beware of Phone Scams Impersonating Banco de Portugal

Scammers are targeting individuals by impersonating calls from Banco de Portugal. An official alert has now been issued.

Madeira Hosts 5,000 Bitcoin Atlantis Enthusiasts In March

Madeira Hosts 5,000 Bitcoin Atlantis Enthusiasts In March

Bitcoin Atlantis expects 5000 people to come to Madeira, starting March 1st.

Madeira Sees 19-Year Record in Company Creations

Madeira Sees 19-Year Record in Company Creations

It has been nearly two decades since Madeira witnessed such an increase in the formation of new companies within a single year.