Miranda Sarmento guarantees that Portugal ends the year with debt between 85% and 86% of GDP

Portugal's Finance Minister, Miranda Sarmento, has confirmed that the country's debt will finish the year between 85% and 86% of GDP. This assurance may influence investor sentiment by reinforcing confidence in Portugal's fiscal stability, thereby affecting capital flows into Portuguese assets. The announcement could particularly impact government bonds, as lower debt-to-GDP ratios typically enhance creditworthiness and reduce borrowing costs. Traders will be attentive to upcoming economic data releases, particularly GDP growth figures, which could further clarify the trajectory of Portugal's fiscal health.

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