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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Taiwan & Guatemala strengthen diplomatic and military ties as Taiwan’s Naval Friendship Squadron visits Guatemala, highlighting cooperation, education, and security collaboration.
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Ana Lorena Núñez will represent Guatemala at the Venice Biennale 2026 as part of “Las Invisibles,” showcasing contemporary art focused on identity and memory.
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Ciudad Cayalá hosted the 10th edition of Paseo Italia, a cultural and business event connecting Guatemala and Italy through gastronomy, music, and innovation.
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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.
Join the free webinar “Sostener: Your Wellbeing as Strategy, Not as a Benefit” on May 7, 2026, hosted by Escuela Bancaria de Guatemala and CLADE 2026.
Learn how Agencias J.I. Cohen drives sustainable logistics in Guatemala through emissions measurement and carbon management strategies.
Learn which Central American companies are measuring their carbon footprint and how they are leading environmental management.
Guatemala's Banco CHN celebrates 1,000 homes financed through its Mi Primera Casa program, marking a milestone in affordable housing access for low-income Guatemalan families.
Guatemala remains the world’s top cardamom exporter, supplying over 50% of global demand and generating US$496.6 million in exports in 2024.
Learn how Agencias J.I. Cohen is leading sustainable pharmaceutical logistics in Guatemala.
A Mastercard and CrossTech study reveals how remittances support 1.7 million households in Guatemala, drive consumption, and create new financial inclusion opportunities.
Agencias J.I. Cohen optimizes electrical consumption and offsets 100% of its carbon footprint, leading sustainable logistics in Guatemala.
Learn about Agencias J.I. Cohen's success in reducing ground fleet emissions, achieving more efficient and sustainable logistics.
IGA launches “Hello, Joe,” an AI-powered virtual tutor integrated into its English programs, enhancing learning with 24/7 personalized support.
BAM receives BB+ from Fitch and AAA.gt from Moody’s, reinforcing its financial strength and strategic position in Guatemala’s banking sector.
