Life Style
Guatemala Advances Clean Electricity Future With Historic 1,258 MW Tender
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.
Brands
Bantrab Reaffirms Leadership with #1 Great Place to Work Ranking in Guatemala
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.
Life Style
CLADE 2026 Webinar: Wellbeing as a Corporate Growth Strategy
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.
Business
Banco CHN Reaches 1,000 Home Loans: A Milestone for Affordable Housing in Guatemala
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.
Business
Guatemala Strengthens Position as No. 1 Cardamom Exporter Worldwide
Guatemala remains the world’s top cardamom exporter, supplying over 50% of global demand and generating US$496.6 million in exports in 2024.
International
Mastercard Study Highlights How Remittances Shape Household Stability 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.
News
“Hello, Joe”: The AI-Powered Tutor Revolutionizing English Learning at IGA
IGA launches “Hello, Joe,” an AI-powered virtual tutor integrated into its English programs, enhancing learning with 24/7 personalized support.
News
BAM Earns Top-Tier Credit Ratings, Highlighting Financial Stability in Guatemala
BAM receives BB+ from Fitch and AAA.gt from Moody’s, reinforcing its financial strength and strategic position in Guatemala’s banking sector.
News
Guatemala’s Holy Week Drives US$142M in Spending Amid Changing Tourist Trends
Holy Week Guatemala shows a shift toward higher-spending international tourists, with increased revenue despite a decline in total arrivals.
News
Guatemala Authorizes New Ethanol Plant to Support Fuel Blending Policy
Guatemala moves forward with its E10 mandate as new ethanol production in Retalhuleu and imports from the U.S. secure supply for the fuel transition.
News
Panama and Costa Rica Launch Railway Project to Connect Central America
Panama and Costa Rica sign a railway agreement to boost regional integration, reduce logistics costs, and advance a Central American transport corridor.
Business
Las Margaritas Business District: Redefining Corporate Spaces in Guatemala
Las Margaritas Business District redefines corporate spaces in Guatemala with integrated services, smart technology, and a focus on user experience.