Nhood’s Specialty Leasing strategy continues to gain momentum in the Portuguese market, with revenues from this business area growing by 22% in the first quarter of 2026, reaching €1.1 million, supported by more than 170 contracts signed during the period.

This performance reflects a structured strategy that positions Specialty Leasing as a differentiating service and a true value creation driver for the assets under management, contributing to the diversification of the offer, the activation of spaces, and the continuous improvement of the visitor experience.

Within this context, Nhood has just introduced Tio Bigotes to the Portuguese market, an international food concept specialising in Argentine empanadas, already present in other European markets, namely Spain. The brand is making its debut at Alegro Sintra, Alegro Setúbal and Forum Montijo, reinforcing Nhood’s ability to attract and scale concepts with multi-market potential.

More than just a new opening, this operation demonstrates Nhood’s ability to identify emerging trends and rapidly activate new concepts through its international Specialty Leasing platform, leveraging an integrated approach across markets and teams.

“The introduction of Tio Bigotes in Portugal is a clear example of the strategy we have been developing through Specialty Leasing: identifying differentiating concepts, testing new formats, and creating more relevant experiences for visitors. The fact that the assets managed by Nhood in Portugal currently have an occupancy rate of 99% demonstrates not only the attractiveness of the spaces under management, but also our ability to continue identifying innovative concepts that add value to the visitor experience and to the overall performance of the assets,” says Susana Órfão, Specialty Manager at Nhood Portugal.

At a global level, Nhood has a specialised team and a consolidated presence in the Specialty Leasing area, operating across several European markets and promoting synergies that accelerate the implementation of concepts and maximise their impact on assets. According to first-quarter results, the introduction of new brands and the enhancement of non-traditional areas have been among the main growth drivers for this activity in Portugal.

Responsible for the management of Alegro Alfragide, Alegro Sintra, Alegro Setúbal and Forum Montijo shopping centres, Nhood aims to continue strengthening the role of these assets as testing platforms for emerging brands, international concepts and new consumer experiences, reinforcing their role within the retail ecosystem.