Economic News
Inflation Rate in El Salvador Increases to 3.91% in October 2026
The inflation rate in El Salvador increased to 3.91% in October 2026, marking the highest level this year and the highest since June 2023, according to data from the Central Reserve Bank (BCR). The rate represented an increase of 0.31 … Read more
El Salvador Credit Ratings: Current Ratings And The Country’s Economic Outlook
El Salvador credit ratings give us a look at the government’s financial health. They show how rating agencies judge its ability and willingness to pay back debt, especially when times are tough. These assessments also help explain the connection between … Read more
El Salvador Bitcoin Holdings: Government Raises Reserves to 7,822 Coins, Worth About $607.6 Million
El Salvador Bitcoin holdings have drawn worldwide attention since the country made Bitcoin legal tender in September 2021. Since then, the government’s growing cryptocurrency reserves have become an important part of its financial strategy. By investing in Bitcoin, El Salvador … Read more
Remittances to El Salvador Reach Record $7.62 Billion Through September 2026
Remittances to El Salvador reached a record $7.62 billion between January and September 2026, marking a 3.5% increase compared to the same period last year, according to the Central Reserve Bank (BCR). The latest figures show that Salvadorans abroad sent … Read more
El Salvador’s Urban Basic Food Basket Reaches Record $269.15 in September 2026
The El Salvador Basic Food Basket reached a record high in September 2026, with urban households facing rising food costs as essential products became more expensive throughout the year. According to the National Office of Statistics and Censuses (ONEC), the … Read more
El Salvador’s Exports up 3.7% Through September 2026
El Salvador Exports increased to $5.09 billion during the first nine months of 2026, up $182.3 million from the same period last year, according to the Central Reserve Bank (BCR). El Salvador’s export sector continued to grow, with foreign sales … Read more
ECLAC Raises El Salvador’s 2026 Economic Growth Forecast to 4.5%
The Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC) has raised its economic growth forecast for El Salvador in 2026 to 4.5%, reflecting a more favorable outlook for the country’s economy. ECLAC raised its growth forecast for El Salvador … Read more