Business creation in Portugal falls by 2.9% until October as construction slows down a bigger drop

In Portugal, the creation of new companies decreased by 2.9% until October 2026, with a total of 45,210 new entities established. This decline was primarily influenced by a significant drop in sectors like agriculture and retail, while construction and information technology saw growth. The construction sector alone added 6,826 new companies, marking a 13% increase. Despite some months showing positive trends, the overall entrepreneurial activity remained negative. Additionally, 10,371 companies closed by the end of October, with service sectors experiencing the highest rates of dissolution.