Recorded music revenues in Portugal grew 8.2% in 2025, surpassing the European Union average by 3.1 percentage points. The data comes from the annual Music in the EU 2026 report, released by the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI). Miguel Carretas, Director-Delegate of Audiogest, reacted to the figures highlighting the positive dynamics of the sector and the importance of continuing to create conditions for investment and artist development.
At the European level, the recorded music market reached revenues of 6 billion euros in 2025, representing an increase of 5.1% compared to the previous year. The European Union accounts for 21.3% of global industry revenues and has nine of the twenty largest global markets. Streaming remains the main driver of consumption, accounting for approximately 66% of recorded music revenues in Europe.
The IFPI report also highlights the relevance of local artists in national markets, with 53.5% of tracks in the annual EU Top 10 performed by local artists. Regarding financing, record companies invested 8.3 billion euros worldwide in A&R and marketing during 2025, contributing to the discovery and promotion of new talent.
