Category: Economy
Panama economy news: growth, prices, jobs, public finances, trade and the business decisions affecting residents, investors and expats in Panama.
Educamente 2026 Congress Will Bring Together More Than 1,000 Teachers
Nine international experts and more than 1,000 public-school teachers are expected to take part in the eighth Educamente congress on September 25 and 26.
Panama Metro Riders Report Card Failures and Long Lines
Passengers reported long queues and transport cards that were not recognised after the Panama Metro moved to a new fare-collection system.
CSS Echocardiography Day Serves 60 Patients in David
An extraordinary CSS echocardiography session in David served about 60 patients who had been waiting for the cardiac study.
MEF Sets September Pay Dates for Public Employees
Panama’s Ministry of Economy and Finance has released the September payroll calendar for public-sector employees.
Panama City Sets New Alcohol Sales Hours
The Municipality of Panama has established new operating hours for businesses that sell alcoholic beverages in the capital district.
Business Groups Ask Executive to Veto Expanded Retiree Discounts
Business representatives have renewed their opposition to Bill 226, which would expand discounts for retirees and pensioners.
Electoral Reform Package Submitted to Panama’s National Assembly
Panama’s Electoral Tribunal has submitted two bills to the National Assembly covering changes to the Electoral Code and the configuration of electoral circuits.
Mulino Signs ITBI Exemption for First New Homes Up to B/.120,000
President Jose Raul Mulino has signed Law 546, exempting the transfer tax on the purchase of a first newly built home valued at up to B/.120,000.
Appeal Hearing for Publio De Gracia Rescheduled for September 16
An appeal hearing concerning precautionary measures imposed on former revenue director Publio De Gracia has been rescheduled for September 16.
Lawmakers Question Government Vehicle and Office-Equipment Rentals
Panama’s National Assembly Budget Committee questioned officials over vehicle and office-equipment rental costs during hearings for the 2027 fiscal year.