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Entrepreneurship


6% VAT on Construction for Permanent Housing: The Headline Is Simple. The Rules Aren’t.
Who qualifies? What counts as primary residence? What paperwork matters? What happens if plans change?
Suf Zen (Asaf Eyzenkot)
Feb 243 min read


Portugal Secured €1.1B in EU Funds — What It Means (and Doesn’t Mean) for Private Business
Portugal’s €1.1B EU RRP payment is a clear signal about national investment priorities. This article explains what EU funding means in practice for founders and operators, how opportunities often appear through digitalisation, energy, and procurement, and how to decide whether to apply, partner, or ignore the distraction.
Suf Zen (Asaf Eyzenkot)
Feb 82 min read


Portugal’s 23-Startup Delegation in Qatar Signals a More Global Growth Play
Portugal’s 23‑startup delegation at Web Summit Qatar is a clear signal: the ecosystem is pushing harder into global capital and partnership hubs. Here’s what the move means for founders, investors, and relocators building from Portugal, and how to approach international events as real growth sprints.
Suf Zen (Asaf Eyzenkot)
Feb 54 min read


Portuguese Consumers Feel More Confident for 2026 — Here’s What They Plan to Spend On
Portuguese consumer confidence is improving for 2026. A Cetelem study shows top spending intentions include travel, home renovations, and technology. This article explains what that means for founders and investors building in Portugal, and why domestic demand can stabilise your business beyond the tourist season.
Suf Zen (Asaf Eyzenkot)
Jan 282 min read


The New Lisbon Airport Debate Isn’t Just Politics — It’s a Real Risk Factor for Investors and Relocators
Lisbon’s future airport in Alcochete is still being debated at the micro-location level. That matters for investors and relocators because runway layout and access planning can reshape noise zones, land risk, and long-term local value. This article explains how to think in scenarios and avoid one-timeline bets.
Suf Zen (Asaf Eyzenkot)
Jan 282 min read


Portugal Tourism Is Still Growing — But 2026 Will Reward Better Operators, Not Just Great Locations
Portugal tourism is still growing, but 2026 will reward quality, consistency, and strong operations. This article explains what the growth headline really means for founders and investors, and how to assess whether a hospitality or experience concept can hold price, staff sustainably, and perform beyond peak season.
Suf Zen (Asaf Eyzenkot)
Jan 273 min read


The energy transition is a steel story — and capacity is the constraint
Burtucala is presenting a confidential sale of an engineering, fabrication, and assembly platform focused on complex steel structures and heavy industrial equipment
Suf Zen (Asaf Eyzenkot)
Jan 142 min read


Construction is back — but only operators with control will win
The opportunity
Burtucala is presenting a confidential sale of an integrated construction and building materials operator with multiple sites and in-house capabilities.
Suf Zen (Asaf Eyzenkot)
Jan 142 min read
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