In the latest general election, early exit polls indicate that a center-right alliance is projected to win the most votes, although it is unlikely to secure a majority. This outcome suggests that Portugal may continue to grapple with political instability as it heads towards yet another minority government following its third national election in three years. Despite high voter turnout for early ballots, the ongoing issues around housing and public corruption overshadowed the electoral process. The current ruling coalition led by the Socialist Party claims a victory but falls short of the necessary majority to govern effectively, leaving the future political landscape in uncertainty.