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Panama will see higher prices for 95-octane and 91-octane gasoline starting May 15, while diesel will become cheaper. The change could affect transportation costs and household budgets nationwide.
Panama has ended its contract with Claro Panamá and reassigned 70 MHz of spectrum to Cable & Wireless Panama, a move that could reshape telecom competition and network planning. The decision highlights the growing importance of spectrum policy for connectivity and investment in the country.
Panama’s 2026 economic outlook is improving as gradual activity resumes at Cobre Panamá, Canal revenues rise and the fiscal deficit narrows. The mix is boosting market confidence in the country’s stability.
ASEP has set the price for mid-band 5G spectrum at B/.235,034 per MHz for mobile concessionaires in Panama. The decision adds clarity to the country’s telecom regulatory framework.
Panama is advancing stricter ship registry rules, including economic substance requirements that would affect some maritime structures and aim to improve compliance. The changes are part of a broader effort to protect the reputation of the Panamanian flag.
Panama’s government approved ending its contract with Claro Panamá and transferring 70 MHz of spectrum to Cable & Wireless Panama. The move could affect competition and telecom service planning nationwide.
Bank of America sees a favorable 2026 outlook for Panama, supported by stronger Canal revenues, likely fiscal rule compliance, and the potential reopening of Cobre Panamá. The bank says these factors could bolster confidence in the country’s economy.
Rising fuel prices are pushing more Panamanians to use public transport, boosting demand on the Panama Metro and MiBus. Metro ridership has risen to an average of 420,000 passengers a day, with some days reaching 450,000.
DP World has secured IATA certification for its Panama airfreight business, strengthening its role in the country’s logistics sector. The move highlights Panama’s continued importance as a regional cargo hub.
Bank of America says Panama’s outlook remains positive, supported by stronger Canal revenues, better fiscal data and the possibility of a Cobre Panamá restart. The firm expects Canal income to keep boosting growth and government finances.
Panama’s Agricultural Marketing Institute has opened a call for domestic suppliers to provide bone-in picnic hams for the holiday season. The move supports local industry while feeding into one of the country’s most recognizable festive food traditions.
Panama has ended its contract with Claro and approved the transfer of 70MHz of spectrum to C&W, a change that could affect telecom competition and network capacity. The move highlights the importance of spectrum management in the country’s mobile market.
Panama’s dairy sector started 2026 with lower production in pasteurized milk, powdered milk and natural milk used for processing. Producers blame a strong summer in Azuero, higher costs and softer domestic demand.
Panama’s railway concession is under renewed scrutiny after Maersk took control of the Panama-Colón line, raising questions about state benefits and oversight. The deal has revived debate over how strategic logistics assets should serve Panama’s public interest.
A crossing of the Panama Canal offers a clear look at how global supply chains depend on narrow trade chokepoints. The canal’s role in linking oceans makes it vital to shipping, costs, and delivery timelines worldwide.
A Panama Canal auction has set a new record with a $4 million bid, highlighting the canal’s continuing commercial importance. The result points to strong demand tied to one of the world’s most vital trade routes.
A 23-acre farmland parcel in Penonomé, Coclé Province, has been reduced to $229,000. The property offers river access, road frontage, natural springs, and proximity to town, beaches, and the Río Hato airport.
The Panama Canal Authority says prices have not increased and congestion is not the issue, even as a slot auction set a record $4 million bid. The result highlights how valuable priority access to the canal remains for global shipping.
Maritime lawyers are urging Panama to exclude ship-owning companies from the proposed economic substance reform, warning it could drive vessels to other registries. Business groups say the law must balance transparency, competitiveness and international compliance.
Panama’s Ministry of Economy and Finance has set a formula to calculate Cepanim payments, basing each certificate on work history, contributions, and interest. Beneficiaries may receive up to four certificates depending on the years they cotized.