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Portugal mortgage and insurance regulatory developments

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The Portuguese Assembly of the Republic approved a proposal from the Juntos ~~Pelo~~ Povo (JPP) party to increase consumer freedom regarding mortgage-associated insurance. The resolution, which passed despite opposition from the PSD and CDS-PP parties, recommends that the government implement legislation allowing families to switch life or multi-risk insurance providers to cheaper alternatives without facing bank penalties, such as increased spreads or lost bonuses. The approved resolution specifically suggests that the government implement legislative measures within 90 days of publication. It further recommends that insurance substitution be possible during the contract term without early termination penalties, that the process remain free of charge, and that banks provide reasoned decisions within ten business days. The Iniciativa Liberal party abstained from the vote. Concurrently, mortgage holders with variable-rate loans face potential payment increases in November. While Euribor rates have shown recent fluctuations—with the six-month rate falling to 3.019% and the twelve-month rate decreasing to 3.262%—experts note that monthly installments depend on the comparison between new reference values and previous contract rates. Data from the Bank of Portugal indicates that 87% of new permanent residence mortgage loans in August were contracted at mixed rates, averaging 2.86%.

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