Menos habitação, mais desigualdade

The recent analysis by the Bank of Portugal highlights increasing wealth inequality driven by real estate, with the richest 10% holding nearly 40% of property value. The disparity in housing access has worsened, particularly affecting lower-income families. Portugal has seen the highest rise in housing prices in the EU, with significant increases in Lisbon. Public authorities are criticized for selling public housing without ensuring affordability, while luxury developments exacerbate the crisis. Recent legislative changes favor landlords, further disadvantaging tenants, leading to justified public outrage over the growing inequality.