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Francisco Soares Machado discusses challenges and opportunities in the Portuguese financial sector

SÉRVULO IN THE PRESS 18 Sep 2026 in Eco| Advocatus

Francisco Soares Machado, partner in SÉRVULO’s Finance & Governance department, was interviewed by the ECO, where he reflected on the evolution of the Portuguese financial system, regulatory challenges, and the sector’s growth prospects.

During the interview, he highlighted the strength of the Portuguese banking sector, the potential of investment funds, particularly debt funds, and the impact of European regulation on financial institutions. Looking ahead, he anticipates that “banking activity will continue to be at the core of the Portuguese financial system”, alongside the growth of new forms of financing and investment.

Read the full interview here.