Panama News
Panama’s Banking Sector Tops Latin America in Profitability, Says McKinsey
Panama has emerged as one of Latin America’s strongest banking performers, according to the Global Banking Annual Review 2025 by McKinsey & Company. Despite global economic uncertainty and narrowing margins, Panama’s financial institu...
Panama to Host Second “Latin American Davos” in January 2026
Global Leaders Set to Gather in Panama for the Second “Latin American Davos” More than 2,500 political and business leaders from across Latin America and the world will meet in Panama City on January 28–29, 2026, for the CAF Internatio...
Panama Launches Dual-Port Expansion to Boost Global Trade Capacity by 25% on both the Atlantic and Pacific
ACP Targets 5 Million TEU Capacity Increase Across Two New Ports The Panama Canal Authority (ACP) has launched an ambitious plan to build two new transshipment terminals – one on the Pacific and one on the Caribbean – designed to handle ...
Let’s Go to Cabo! Copa Airlines Announces Direct Flights from Panama to Los Cabos
Starting December 4, 2025, travelers from Panama will be able to fly directly to one of Mexico’s most iconic beach destinations - Los Cabos. Copa Airlines has officially announced the launch of its first direct route connecting Panama City ...
Panama Strengthens Its Green Vision with a 10,000-Hectare Ecosystem Restoration Plan
In a meaningful step toward environmental renewal, the Government of Panama has committed to restoring 10,000 hectares of degraded ecosystems in collaboration with the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO). This initia...
New Medical Clinic Opens in Boquete – Expanding Healthcare Options for Residents and Retirees
Boquete’s growing community has just welcomed a new addition to its healthcare network with the grand opening of Centro Médico Mae Lewis Boquete, located in Plaza Los Senderos. The new branch of the well-known David-based hospital brings a...
Solar Energy Boom in Panama: A Bright Future for Off-Grid Living and Investment Opportunities
Panama’s renewable energy movement is gaining real traction. The country has reached 170 megawatts (MW) of installed capacity in self-consumption systems and surpassed 6,000 active users, marking a 42% growth in 2025 alone, according to the N...
$150,000 Salary: How Much Would You Take Home in New York City vs. Panama?
Ever wondered how far a $150,000 salary really goes depending on where you live? Let’s put it this way — the same paycheck can feel like two completely different realities depending on which skyline you wake up to: New York City’s or Pa...
One of Boquete’s Best Deals of 2025! Mountain Home for Sale in Volcancito for $499,000 – Views, Terrace & Guest House
A Boquete Mountain Home for Sale in Volcancito’s Premier Neighborhood If you’ve been searching for a Boquete home for sale that combines comfort, scenery, and practicality, this mountain-view property in Volcancito deserves your attentio...
Panama Tightens Grip on Its Coffee Industry – A Strategic Move to Protect Jobs and Boost Economic Strength
Panama has extended its controls over roasted coffee for another six months, a decision aimed at preserving one of the nation’s most iconic and profitable industries. Led by President José Raúl Mulino, the Cabinet’s move seeks to ensure...