Panama’s economy grows 5.5% in the first half of the year
Panama’s GDP grew 5.5% in the first half of 2026, and 6.4% year on year in the second quarter. The figures were published by the National Institute of Statistics (INEC).
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Transport and logistics grew fastest (+12.8% in the second quarter), followed by trade (+11.6%). The Canal’s toll revenue rose 13.6%. Construction added 4.5% over the half-year, on private housing and commercial buildings.
