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Two in every three Portuguese people were targets of financial fraud attempts. Meet the most common "theft tricks"
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Two in every three Portuguese people were targets of financial fraud attempts. Meet the most common "theft tricks"

SAPO Notícias12 September 2026 at 14:00

Two in every three Portuguese people were targets of financial fraud attempts, according to a new Digital Financial Literacy Barometer from Doutor Finanças. The study was conducted by the Center for Applied Studies at Católica-Lisbon and aims to assess the preparedness of the Portuguese to manage money in an increasingly digital context. The article mentions that there are "theft tricks" that are more common, although the specific details are not provided in the available excerpt. This information comes in the context of the growing digital financial environment, which has brought new security challenges for consumers in Portugal.

Why this matters

Portuguese readers learn that the overwhelming majority of the population has been or will be targeted by financial fraud attempts, which reinforces the need to be vigilant and informed about digital risks. This information allows them to recognize scam patterns and adopt more effective protection measures in their daily lives. The barometer serves as an alert and financial education tool for consumers in Portugal.

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