Brands
Unilever was recognized in the MERCO Empresas and MERCO Responsabilidad ESG 2025 rankings, securing Top 10 positions in Central America and the Dominican Republic.
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Synergy Industrial Park reached the global Top 10 for LEED Gold industrial developments, becoming the largest certified project of its kind in the Americas.
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Guatemalan TV host Héctor Sandarti launched “Triunfadores,” a new podcast featuring inspiring stories of Guatemalans creating social impact through entrepreneurship, purpose and community initiatives.
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Arena Gallo was officially presented in Guatemala as a new world-class venue in Ciudad Cayalá designed to host concerts, sports events, conventions, and large-scale entertainment experiences.
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GTC Mujer, an initiative by Banco G&T Continental, is expanding its ecosystem in Guatemala through financial education, leadership training, networking, and community-driven experiences for women.
Economy
Guatemala and Nicaragua recorded the strongest economic growth in Central America during the first months of 2026, while El Salvador showed a significant recovery, according to Secmca data.
Economy
IFC announced a US$230 million investment in BAC Guatemala to expand financing for SMEs, support sustainable finance initiatives, and strengthen job creation across Guatemala.
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Liquidity Guatemala remains at strong levels as banks maintain financial stability, keeping credit accessible while lowering returns on savings and fixed-term deposits.
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ENERGUATE inaugurated the Chocolá substation in Suchitepéquez, a Q28.6 million project that will improve electricity distribution for more than 30,000 homes and businesses in Guatemala.
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ÍNTEGRO revealed 33% growth in managed assets, more than 24,000 jobs generated, and over US$100 million in planned sustainable projects in its 2025 sustainability report.
WEF Guatemala 2026 will gather executives, entrepreneurs and emerging leaders in Guatemala City to strengthen female leadership, strategic networking and decision-making across Central America.
A new Walmart SME training program in Guatemala is set to strengthen the competitiveness of small and medium-sized enterprises across the country. Through its Una Mano para Crecer (A Hand to Grow) initiative, Walmart has partnered with the Chamber of Industry of Guatemala (CIG) to roll out the Business Professionalization
Gabriel Estuardo García Luna will become Guatemala’s new attorney general and head of the Public Ministry for the 2026-2030 term, succeeding Consuelo Porras after a controversial selection process.
Moody’s Ratings reaffirmed Guatemala’s Ba1 sovereign rating with a stable outlook, highlighting strong fiscal discipline while warning about low investment, weak public revenues, and structural economic challenges.
Juan Bautista Gutiérrez Foundation announced Felipe Bosch Gutiérrez as the new president of its Board of Directors, reinforcing its long-term commitment to sustainable social development in Guatemala and Honduras.
Taiwan & Guatemala strengthen diplomatic and military ties as Taiwan’s Naval Friendship Squadron visits Guatemala, highlighting cooperation, education, and security collaboration.
Ana Lorena Núñez will represent Guatemala at the Venice Biennale 2026 as part of “Las Invisibles,” showcasing contemporary art focused on identity and memory.
Ciudad Cayalá hosted the 10th edition of Paseo Italia, a cultural and business event connecting Guatemala and Italy through gastronomy, music, and innovation.
Guatemala awarded 1,258 MW in its largest electricity tender ever, with 73% allocated to renewable technologies that will supply the country from 2030 onward.
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Bantrab secures first place in Guatemala’s Great Place to Work ranking for the second year in a row, while Seguros Bantrab debuts in the top 10.
