Economy
Banguat projects Guatemala's foreign direct investment to reach US$2.065 billion in 2026, driven by financial services, trade, manufacturing, and strong business reinvestment.
Brands
Ron Zacapa celebrates its 50th anniversary with the launch of the "We Share History" campaign, a year-long initiative featuring consumer experiences and highlighting its iconic rum portfolio.
News
CEO Women Summit 2026 will gather Latin America's leading women executives in Panama to discuss leadership, AI, innovation, well-being, and sustainable business growth.
Tech
AI is reshaping Guatemala’s business landscape as Google Cloud backs talent, automation, and productivity gains across Central America’s digital economy.
News
The World Bank visited Guatemala to review progress on technical and financial cooperation aimed at strengthening civil aviation and modernizing the country's airport infrastructure.
Brands
Ultracem has launched a new concrete division in Guatemala, featuring a high-tech production plant designed to deliver advanced construction solutions for infrastructure, housing, and commercial projects.
Brands
Bam has introduced Host-to-Host, a new solution that enables businesses to automate payments, reconciliations, and financial operations through direct integration with the bank.
The pulse of a changing nation
CIEN reported 389 motorcycle theft complaints in Guatemala during May 2026, averaging more than 12 cases per day despite a slight year-over-year decline.
LAFISE has received approval to become Guatemala’s 19th bank and plans to begin operations within six months, expanding its financial services in the country.
Lynk & Co has officially entered the Guatemalan market through Grupo Los Tres, introducing four vehicle models focused on connectivity, technology, safety, and modern mobility.
Mobiliare has launched a US$300 million sustainability-linked bond program, with BID Invest serving as anchor investor in the first US$100 million issuance to support regional expansion and sustainable projects.
Excellence Awards 2026 honored María José Paiz for her leadership in strategic philanthropy and social impact in Guatemala.
Declaraguate is evolving as Guatemala advances its tax digitalization strategy. Learn how the transition to integrated digital platforms is reshaping tax compliance, operational efficiency, and business readiness.
Guatemala will chair the OAS Technical Advisory Committee on Port Protection and Security for 2026–2029 after earning the Americas Award for Excellence in Port Security.
From SaaS to biotech, meet the 10 powerhouse female founders from Guatemala who are defying expectations and scaling global businesses.
CHN received a FHA Gold Award for achieving the highest growth in insured mortgage financing, reinforcing its commitment to expanding housing access and financial inclusion in Guatemala.
Venditek, a Retail Tech startup, was crowned winner of the Startup World Cup in its regional edition held during Tech Day Guatemala and is now preparing to compete in the grand finale in San Francisco, where an investment of US$1 million will be at stake. From Guatemala to Silicon
McDonald’s recognized Yolanda “Doña Yoly” de Cofiño, creator of the Happy Meal, during its Worldwide 2026 convention, celebrating a Guatemalan innovation that transformed the customer experience for families around the world.
Guatemala’s new Ley Antilavado introduces a risk-based approach to compliance, expands prevention responsibilities to new sectors, and seeks to strengthen transparency, business protection, and economic integrity.