As in most OECD countries, the pandemic triggered a deep recession in Portugal and put huge pressure on the healthcare system. The policy response helped to weather the shock and the recovery has gained speed, sustained by progress in vaccination.

The Portuguese economy has rebounded strongly from the COVID-19 crisis. Though high inflation and weak global economic conditions have slowed growth in 2022, renewed fiscal support helped to cushion the impact. Public debt relative to GDP has declined below its 2019 level, but rapid population ageing and strong investment needs are increasing fiscal pressures.

The 2010 edition of OECD's periodic survey of the Portuguese economy. This edition includes chapters covering rebalancing the economy towards growth, moving towards a more efficient tax system and restoring productivity growth.

In this 2004 review of Portugal’s economy, OECD recommends stepping up growth through policies that raise human capital, encourage the mobility of the labour force, and facilitate innovation and the diffusion of technological advances. This edition’s special feature covers the health care system.

This 2017 OECD Economic Survey of Portugal examines recent economic developments, policies and prospects. The special chapters cover raising investment and raising skills.

The 2010 edition of OECD's periodic survey of the Portuguese economy. This edition includes chapters covering rebalancing the economy towards growth, moving towards a more efficient tax system and restoring productivity growth.

Portugal 1998: L’édition 1998 de l'Étude économique consacrée au Portugal examine les développements récents, la politique et les perspectives économiques de ce pays. Elle comporte des chapitres consacrés à la réforme du système de santé et à la création d'emplois.