OECD cuts Portugal's 2026 growth forecast to 1.8% (eco.sapo.pt)

• OECD forecasts 1.8% GDP growth for Portugal in 2026, down from 2.2%
• Zero budget balance projected for 2026, improved from -0.6% deficit
• Inflation to peak at 3.2% due to energy prices; PRR funds boost investment

"The OECD revised down its 2026 GDP growth forecast for Portugal to 1.8%, down 0.4 percentage points from previous estimate, citing external shock from the Middle East conflict. The budget balance is now projected at zero for 2026, improved from a previous deficit forecast of 0.6%. This aligns with the Bank of Portugal forecast but is below the Portuguese government's 2% projection."