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Costa Rica
Costa Rica launches $770 million road modernization project
The Legislative Assembly approved financing for the San José–San Ramón highway corridor…
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Costa Rica boosts competitiveness through logistics and trade diversification
Rail integration with Panama and stronger ties with India enhance trade opportunities…
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Financial system shows resilience
Strong solvency and liquidity indicators confirm system stability…
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Construction sector drives economic growth
More than 44,000 projects highlight strong sector performance…
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Swiss investment increases significantly
European capital strengthens economic ties with Costa Rica…
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El Salvador
Tax incentives boost investment
Reforms aim to attract foreign capital and strengthen markets…
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Pacific Airport development advances
New budget allocation supports key infrastructure…
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International reserves grow
Improved external position strengthens financial stability…
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Economic growth outlook remains positive
Consumption, tourism, and exports drive projections…
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Insurance sector shows resilience
Stable growth expected despite global risks…
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Guatemala
Inheritance tax eliminated
New reforms simplify asset transfers and estate planning…
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New maximum-security prison project
Construction begins to strengthen security infrastructure…
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Stable growth outlook for 2026
Economic resilience supported by strong fundamentals…
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Honduras
Foreign investment remains steady
Key sectors continue to attract capital…
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New part-time employment law approved
Modern framework enhances labor flexibility…
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Diplomatic relations with Peru restored
Bilateral cooperation strengthened…
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Nicaragua
Economic growth accelerates
Strong performance across key sectors…
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Low unemployment rate strengthens labor market
Employment indicators show positive trends…
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Regional
Remittances drive economic growth
Steady increase supports regional economies…
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BLP Insights
Honduras enacts new Part-Time Employment Law
Decree 45-2026 establishes a modern legal framework…
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Economic Index
| Country | Exchange Rate (USD) | Basic Passive Rate | Monetary Policy Rate | S&P | Moody’s | Fitch | Inflation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Costa Rica | 460.35 | 3.65% | 3.25% | BB | Ba2 | BB | -2.09% |
| El Salvador | 8.75 | 4.55% | N/A | B- | B3 | B- | 1.17% |
| Guatemala | 7.64 | 4.82% | 3.50% | BB+ | Ba1 | BB+ | 2.50% |
| Honduras | 26.55 | 6.91% | 5.75% | BB- | B1 | N/A | 3.46% |
| Nicaragua | 36.62 | 1.17% | 5.75% | B+ | B2 | B | 2.86% |
10/04/2026 | Source: secmca.org
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