Business insolvencies continue to increase in Portugal. By the end of August 2026, 5.1% more insolvencies were declared than in the same period of 2025, representing an increase of 55 insolvent companies. This data contrasts with the trend of a reduction in the number of active companies in the country.
According to Iberinform data, the Portuguese business fabric simultaneously presents fewer companies and more insolvencies. The report thus paints a negative picture of the Portuguese economy regarding business vitality.
This increase in insolvencies occurs in a context where the number of new companies created has not been sufficient to offset the closure of businesses, worsening the situation of the national business ecosystem.
