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Costa Rica
Companies and organizations in Costa Rica are moving toward greater transparency with key tax compliance deadlines in April
Dormant companies, solidarity associations, and nonprofit organizations in Costa Rica have until April 30 to meet their tax obligations…
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Costa Rica Moves Forward with High-Speed Rail Project
The Finance Committee approved an $800 million loan for the high-speed passenger rail project connecting San José with Cartago and Alajuela…
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The U.S. identifies opportunities to strengthen trade with Costa Rica
The United States updated its observations on trade with Costa Rica…
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Costa Rica advances $770 million road investment
The government signed a loan agreement with BCIE for the San José–San Ramón corridor…
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Costa Rica launches digital agricultural auction platform
The “Cenada Digital” platform aims to improve price transparency and reduce intermediation…
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El Salvador
El Salvador inaugurates El Zapote airfield
The project strengthens aviation infrastructure and regional development…
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Public-private partnerships gain traction
The modernization of airport cargo terminals highlights PPP potential…
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Inflation remains under control
Year-over-year inflation reached 1.47% in March 2026…
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Strategic financing approved
The Legislative Assembly approved $173 million in financing…
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Tourism surpasses one million visitors
El Salvador reached a milestone in tourism growth in 2026…
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Guatemala
Corozal Bridge advances construction
The country’s first extradosed bridge reaches over 65% completion…
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Exports grow 7.6%
Guatemala strengthens its position in global markets…
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Fuel subsidy provides relief
Decree 11-2026 introduces temporary fuel subsidies…
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Honduras
Honduras strengthens ties with Spain
New investment opportunities emerge through bilateral relations…
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Inflation remains stable
Inflation remains within Central Bank targets…
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Investment office opens in Miami
The new CNI office will attract foreign investment…
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Penal Code reforms proposed
New measures aim to strengthen public safety…
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Nicaragua
Economic outlook remains stable
The Central Bank projects growth between 3.5% and 4.5%…
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Regional
Insurance sector remains profitable
Central American insurers show resilience despite challenges…
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Regional aviation integration advances
Initiatives aim to reduce costs and improve connectivity…
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BLP Insights
Practical Guide to Merger Processes of Operating Companies in Costa Rica
Overview of merger procedures and requirements…
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Nicaragua enhances free trade zone incentives
New reforms strengthen investment attractiveness…
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Economic Index
| Country | Exchange Rate (USD) | Basic Passive Rate | Monetary Policy Rate | S&P | Moody’s | Fitch | Inflation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Costa Rica | 456.55 | 3.60% | 3.25% | BB | Ba2 | BB | -2.09% |
| El Salvador | 8.75 | 4.41% | N/A | B- | B3 | B- | 1.47% |
| Guatemala | 7.63 | 4.82% | 3.50% | BB+ | Ba1 | BB+ | 2.50% |
| Honduras | 26.58 | 6.60% | 5.75% | BB- | B1 | N/A | 3.94% |
| Nicaragua | 36.62 | 2.10% | 5.75% | B+ | B2 | B | 2.86% |
24/04/2026 | Source: secmca.org
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