The Bahamas’ fiscal trajectory has been closely monitored following pandemic-era deficits and increased borrowing.
The Bahamas Reports 0.5% Fiscal Deficit for FY2024/2025, Marking Major Improvement from Pandemic-Era Highs
IMF Assessment Notes Positive Outlook for the Dominican Republic Amid Global Headwinds
IMF forecasts 3% GDP growth in 2025, hit by tourism downturn and weak agriculture.
IMF Concludes 2025 Article IV Consultation with Belize, Recommends Fiscal Consolidation
Belize's real GDP grew by 8.1% in 2024, a result of developments in the country's tourism, trade, and transport sectors.
Guatemala’s Economic Resilience Noted in IMF Article IV Consultation
Guatemala’s economy shows positive current account and low inflation but needs reforms for growth and poverty reduction.
Dominican Republic Achieves Tourism Milestone with 11 Million Visitors
In a heartfelt ceremony at Punta Cana International Airport, the Dominican Republic celebrated a historic milestone by welcoming its 11 millionth visitor.
Fitch Report Highlights Potential U.S. Election Impact on Latin American Remittances
The report emphasizes that Central American economies are particularly exposed to shifts in U.S. immigration policy, given the significant role of remittances in their GDP.
2023 GDP Growth Forecast for Latin America and Caribbean Upgraded to 1.9% by the IMF
Along with an overall revision upward for global economic expectations this year, Latin America and the Caribbean is now projected to create greater economic growth in 2023 as a region compared to previous forecasts from the International Monetary Fund (IMF). ...
Even Without Infections, Fitch Says Coronavirus Threatens Caribbean & LatAm Economies
Sovereign and corporate issuers in Latin America will be adversely affected by slower Chinese demand and commodity price weakness caused by coronavirus due to high commodity export dependence and direct trade exposure to China, says Fitch Ratings.