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Pension bonuses and income tax cuts represent approximately 800 million eurosPhoto by MinSangGi on Pexels
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Pension bonuses and income tax cuts represent approximately 800 million euros

RTP Notícias9 September 2026 at 13:30

The Portuguese Government announced a set of tax measures that include pension bonuses and an income tax cut, totaling approximately 800 million euros. These measures represent a tax relief for families and pensioners in the country.

The economists consulted on the matter show themselves to be in favor of these measures, considering that they may represent a "gift" from the government to citizens. The positive assessment is related to the potential positive impact on the economy.

According to the specialists, this measure may even contribute to an improvement in public accounts. The reasoning is based on the fact that families and pensioners, by having more disposable income, will tend to increase their consumption, which can boost the national economy.

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