Panama Economy Grows 5.19% as Canal Prepares for El Niño Without Transit Cuts

Panama · Economy Key Facts —Strong Recovery Economic activity expanded 5.19% in May 2026, more than doubling the 2.95% rate from the same month a year earlier, signaling robust post-pandemic momentum for investors. —Cumulative Growth The IMAE index rose 4.88% in the first five months of 2026, confirming a sustained upward trend that supports business…