Panama lowers 2024 economic growth estimate to about 2.5%
This article is a summary of reporting by Reuters. Originally published December 19, 2023.
In late 2023, Panama substantially lowered its economic growth projection for 2024 to around 2.5%. The sharp deceleration followed the mandated closure of the large Cobre Panamá copper mine amid widespread public protests, alongside climate-induced disruptions affecting vessel transits at the Panama Canal. The downgrade reflected heightened uncertainty and immediate risks to public revenues, exports, and broader investor confidence.
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Panamanian authorities slashed their 2024 GDP growth projection to approximately 2.5% following major operational and fiscal headwinds.
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