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The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Forecasts El Salvador’s Economy Will Grow by 4.5% in 2026
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) projects that El Salvador’s economy will grow by 4.5% in 2026, placing the country above the expected growth rate for Latin America and the Caribbean. The latest projection also represents an improvement from the IMF’s previous outlook. … Read more

Holy Week in El Salvador: A Deep Dive into Faith, Culture, and Timeless Traditions
Holy Week in El Salvador is one of the country’s most celebrated cultural traditions. It is a time for Salvadorans to pray, reflect, and give thanks. These festivities also give families and friends a chance to come together and take … Read more

Condé Nast Travelers Names El Imposible National Park Among Seven Wonders of the World for 2026
Condé Nast Traveler has named El Salvador’s El Imposible National Park one of “The Seven Wonders of the World for 2026 (That You Can Actually Visit).” The Salvadoran national protected natural area was placed among a select group of destinations … Read more

San Lorenzo Loroco Festival 2026: Food, Culture, Music, Fun, and Local Flavors
San Lorenzo is getting ready for a flavorful celebration as the 2026 Loroco Festival returns on Sunday, September 20. The event will take place in San Lorenzo, a district of Ahuachapán Norte. Now in its 11th edition, the festival celebrates … Read more

El Imposible National Park El Salvador: What to Know Before You Visit
El Imposible National Park is one of El Salvador’s most important protected natural areas. Located in the department of Ahuachapán, between Tacuba and San Francisco Menéndez, the park covers roughly 4,000 hectares of rugged mountains, deep ravines, and tropical forest. … Read more

El Salvador Credit Ratings: Current Ratings and the Country’s Economic Outlook
As of August 2026, El Salvador’s credit ratings are B- with a stable outlook from Standard & Poor’s, B- with a stable outlook from Fitch Ratings, and B3 with a stable outlook from Moody’s. El Salvador Credit Ratings Agency Rating … Read more

Central Reserve Bank (BCR) Forecasts El Salvador’s Economy Will Grow Between 4.5% and 5% in 2026
El Salvador’s Central Reserve Bank (BCR) increased its economic growth forecast for the country for 2026, projecting that the gross domestic product (GDP) will grow between 4.5% and 5% this year. The updated outlook marks a significant increase from the … Read more