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Portuguese "won't be able to stand" this cost of living any longer: "We're pulling too much from them"

CNN Portugal15 September 2026 at 18:57

Commentator Rui Calafate from CNN Portugal warned the Government about the need to take more comprehensive measures to combat the rising cost of living in Portugal. According to Calafate, Portuguese people "won't be able to stand" the current financial pressure any longer, and the executive needs to "do more than it's doing" to mitigate the impact on citizens' daily lives.

Calafate considered that the executive is exerting too much pressure on Portuguese people by not implementing sufficient measures to address the rising prices. The commentator emphasized that Portuguese families have already reached the limit of their capacity to bear these costs, warning that "we're pulling too much from them."

The warning comes in a context of growing concern about the purchasing power of Portuguese families, who face increased difficulties due to inflation and the rising cost of living. The statements from the CNN Portugal commentator come as a warning to the executive about the urgent need for more effective responses.

Why this matters

Portuguese readers directly face the rising cost of living mentioned, and this comment from a CNN Portugal analyst indicates that current government measures may be insufficient. The warning suggests that families may continue to experience significant financial pressure if the executive does not reinforce its support.

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