Panama Blog
Panama Mobilizes for Venezuela: A Nation Steps Forward in a Time of Need
A Fast Response After the Earthquakes Panama moved quickly to support Venezuela after two powerful earthquakes struck the country on June 24, leaving widespread damage, thousands of families in crisis, and an urgent need for international as...
Panama’s Economy Opens 2026 With 4.8% Growth – But Jobs and Investment Remain the Real Test
Panama started 2026 with several positive economic indicators, according to APEDE's latest monthly executive economic report. The country's GDP grew 4.8% in the first quarter, the Monthly Economic Activity Index, known as IMAE, rose 5.96% in ...
Panama Was The Only Country Without Scoring In The World Cup… But Off The Field, Panama Keeps Scoring
Panama's World Cup ended with a painful statistic: no goals scored. For football fans, that one hurts. Nobody wants to be remembered for leaving the tournament without putting the ball in the net. But here is the bigger picture. Panama may...
Naturgy Under Pressure: 7,000 Solar Users and a 2028 Electricity Shake-Up
Panama's electricity market is approaching two important changes. More homes and businesses are generating their own solar power, while the government prepares a competitive process that could determine whether Naturgy and ENSA continue opera...
Panama Expects $50 Million From One International Summit – Why It Matters Beyond Diplomacy
Panama expects the 56th General Assembly of the Organization of American States and the Bicentennial of the Amphictyonic Congress to generate between $40 million and $50 million in economic activity. The meetings, scheduled for June 22 to 24...
The Smart Investor’s Question: Where Is Panama Growing Next?
Panama has always attracted attention for its location, stability, tax advantages, banking system, and international lifestyle. But for anyone looking at Panama from an investment perspective, the most important question is no longer simply: ...
Panama Hotels Report 17% Visitor Growth and 80+ Confirmed Events in 2026
Panama's formal hotel sector had a strong first quarter in 2026. According to the Panamanian Hotel Association, known as APATEL, visitor arrivals increased by 17% compared to the same period in 2025. The growth was mainly supported by two ...
IKEA Begins Its Panama Entry With Online Platform, Hiring, and Long-Term Retail Plan
IKEA is preparing its entry into Panama through a gradual, digital-first rollout led by Sarton Group, the franchise operator developing the brand locally. The Swedish furniture and home goods company has opened its Panama website, started rec...
Panama Opens New Embassy in Switzerland to Strengthen Trade, Education, and Global Cooperation
Panama has opened a new embassy headquarters in Berne, Switzerland, as part of a broader effort to reposition the country’s diplomatic presence in strategic international centers. The new office was inaugurated by Foreign Minister Javier...
Panama’s Credit Slowdown: What Less “Fresh Money” Means for Real Estate Buyers and Investors
Panama’s banking system is not in crisis. That is important to say clearly. The country still has a strong financial platform, a large banking sector, and one of the most sophisticated credit markets in Central America. But the latest fi...