Public investment in Portugal without financing from the Recovery and Resilience Plan (RRP) is expected to fall 72% next year, according to State forecasts. This significant drop represents a substantial reduction in the State's investment capacity outside the European funds intended for post-pandemic recovery.
According to the presented data, the Executive forecasts executing 6.9 billion euros less than was planned for 2026 in terms of public investment. This reduction occurs in a context where RRP funds are beginning to be exhausted and are no longer available as a source of financing for new projects.
The housing sector is one of the most affected by this decline, experiencing significant cuts of around 80%. This drastic reduction in housing investment raises concerns about the State's capacity to address the growing needs in this area, particularly in a context of housing crisis that has particularly affected young people and Portuguese families.
