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Debt interest rates reach highest value in the last 12 years in Portugal
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Debt interest rates reach highest value in the last 12 years in Portugal

SIC Notícias14 September 2026 at 14:18

In Portugal, this Monday, the interest rates on five-year debt reached the highest value in the last 12 years.

This trend is not limited to Portugal alone, with historical highs also recorded in France, Germany and the United Kingdom.

Across Europe, debt interest rates are rising broadly, reflecting a scenario of tension in European financial markets.

Why this matters

Readers in Portugal are directly affected because higher interest rates on public debt mean higher financing costs for the State, which can impact public finances and potentially future taxes. This European trend suggests a more challenging financial environment for the entire region.

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