Enhanced macro-economic stability, a strong record of prudent fiscal policy and debt reduction, and a favourable debt structure anchor the ratings. Still high public debt and a limited growth potential are credit constraints.

Montoring review announcement.

Strong fiscal fundamentals and steadily declining debt trajectory drive ratings upgrade; moderate growth potential and a high debt stock pose challenges.

Monitoring review announcement

Sustained fiscal improvements backed by sound long-term growth prospects drive the outlook revision. An elevated stock of public debt and exposure to global shocks as a small, open economy are challenges.

No action has been taken on the Portuguese Republic following a monitoring review.

No action has been taken on the Portuguese Republic following a monitoring review.

No action has been taken on the Portuguese Republic following a monitoring review.

Monitoring review announcement

A prudent fiscal policy, sustained public debt reduction, a resilient debt profile and the gradual unwinding of economic imbalances drive the upgrade; a modest growth potential, high external debt and implicit liabilities are constraints.