Lisbon is a city that has risen fast on the global stage. An emerging tech centre and a tourist hotspot, this Western European capital is now established as a dynamic cultural and business hub. For residents, Lisbon offers a high-quality of life with an appealing climate and a low cost of living, compared to other major cities.

Like many prime residential markets around the world, the Covid-19 pandemic slowed activity in the first half of 2020 and price falls were recorded. However, a broadening international demand base, supported in part by the country’s Golden Visa scheme, will fuel the recovery. Longer term, Lisbon’s ascension on the global stage, coupled with the value its prime markets offer, should drive future outperformance.

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