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The inheritance: public debt interest rises 12% in 2027 to 7.1 billion euros, a record of 10 years

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Briefings

Portuguese public debt interest costs are projected to reach 7.1 billion euros in 2027, a record 10-year high, driven by a 12% annual increase and high borrowing costs. The Ministry of Finance estimates this total, including new debt issuance, will consume 16% of the 2027 budget surplus. Key factors include the European Central Bank's interest rate hikes and rising yields on new government bonds, which are expected to rise from 2.1% in 2025 to 3.2% by 2030. The evidence covers the period from September 2025 to October 2026, with data limitations regarding future inflation and economic growth projections.

Key points

• Public debt interest costs are projected to reach 7.1 billion euros in 2027, representing a 12% annual increase from the 2026 level.
• The 7.1 billion euro figure includes 776 million euros in new debt issuance costs, bringing the total interest burden to 16% of the 2027 budget surplus.

Context

The ECO's 'A herança' (inheritance) report for 2027 analyzes public spending pressures, noting that the 2027 budget already has a 776 million euro interest cost before new measures are written. This projection aligns with the Ministry of Finance's April 2026 progress report and CFP forecasts, highlighting a significant shift in fiscal sustainability due to global interest rate trends.

Limitations

Projections rely on current interest rate assumptions and economic growth estimates, with uncertainty regarding future inflation and the effectiveness of the PRR plan. Data covers September 2025 to October 2026, with limited information on specific 2027 budget allocations beyond the interest cost.

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