Três por cento, o preço da decência

After ten months of protests, Portuguese bankers have secured a 3% salary increase amid rising living costs and dissatisfaction with the financial sector's profits. The middle class, particularly bankers, expressed frustration over stagnant wages and increasing inflation, feeling marginalized in the economic landscape. Their collective action highlighted the need for fair compensation that reflects productivity gains. The negotiations, initially rejected by banks, ultimately led to a resolution that acknowledges the importance of supporting workers' purchasing power. This outcome demonstrates the power of unity and civic engagement in advocating for fair labor practices.