Category: Economy
Panama economy news: growth, prices, jobs, public finances, trade and the business decisions affecting residents, investors and expats in Panama.
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.
Advertising Students Gain Practical Media Experience at Encuentros Medcom
A group of advertising students took part in Encuentros Medcom, gaining a closer look at the day-to-day work of communications media.
Panama-David Rail Studies Advance With South Korea Technology Transfer
Panama’s National Railway Secretariat and South Korea’s KIND are advancing technical studies and technology transfer for the Panama-David-border rail corridor.
CSS Announces September Payment Dates for Retirees and Pensioners
CSS says retirees and pensioners receiving bank deposits can access their first September payment beginning Friday, September 4.
Panama City Job Fair Announces More Than 4,000 Vacancies
The Municipality of Panama and recruitment portal Konzerta have announced a September job fair involving more than 60 companies and over 4,000 vacancies.
IFARHU Continues PASE-U Card Delivery on August 31
IFARHU will continue delivering Caja de Ahorros Mastercard debit cards for PASE-U payments on Monday, August 31, in Panama Oeste and Darien.
Customs Seizes More Than $56,000 in Suspected Contraband in Chiriqui
Panama’s Customs Authority says it seized merchandise valued at more than $56,000 during an operation in San Pablo Viejo, Chiriqui.
IMA Agro-Fairs Scheduled Across Panama for August 31 and September 1
The IMA has announced agro-fair locations for Monday, August 31, and Tuesday, September 1, with sales beginning at 8:00 a.m.

