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Through April 2026, banks and the Deposit Guarantee Fund (FGD) held 80% of the G$8.5 trillion in Treasury Bonds (BOTES) circulating in Paraguay, underscoring the heavy reliance of state financing on local financial institutions.
itaubanco-sudamerisThe L'Étape Encarnación 2026 by Tour de France cycling event, scheduled for May 31, is projected to generate an economic impact of between $3.5 million and $5 million for Itapúa's economy, with participation from athletes in Paraguay, Argentina, Brazil, Uruguay, and Chile.
encarnaciontour-de-francerebelocityitapuaAccording to the commercial director of Agrofuturo Paraguay, the global uncertainty generated by conflicts and logistical crises opens a historic opportunity for Paraguay to strengthen its local agricultural inputs industry, gaining competitiveness and productive sovereignty.
industria-paraguayaThe Chamber of Shopping Malls of Paraguay (CCCPy) reported a 7% increase in mall sales during the first four months of 2026, driven by supermarkets and food services, but warned of a slowdown in growth momentum due to a 25% drop in spending by Argentine visitors and the impact of dollar devaluation on exchange rates.
argentinaItaipú Binacional plans to install up to 14,000 MW of floating solar power on its reservoir, a capacity equivalent to that of the current hydroelectric plant. By utilizing 10% of the water surface, the project aims to reduce reliance on hydropower and minimize evaporation. This initiative builds on the success of a pilot plant that already supplies part of the facility's internal consumption and is currently being expanded to include battery storage.
itaipuluquepedro-domaniczkyUnder the leadership of Mayor Jaime Hinterleitner, the district of Cambyretá in Itapúa has revived its iconic Mirador, transforming it into a new cultural center featuring exhibitions, an educational area, and panoramic access via an elevator, while planning to extend opening hours and revitalize the adjacent amphitheater to boost tourism and community integration.
mirador-de-cambyretacambyretajaime-hinterleitnerA leaked audio recording reveals that Cartismo senator Javier Zacarías Irún negotiated a position at the Itaipu Binacional entity for the brother of a political operative in exchange for electoral support in Ciudad del Este.
javier-zacarias-irunitaipujusto-zacarias-irunosvaldo-sanchez-jaracartismoParaguayan exporters warned the Central Bank about the losses caused by the dollar's 23% depreciation over one year, which is affecting sectors such as cassava, pork, the forestry industry, and recycling.
san-pedrocarlos-carvalloPresident Santiago Peña projected during the Student Economics Summit at UNA that Paraguay will see GDP growth above 4% in 2026, driven by public and private investment.
santiago-penaAnalyst Wildo González, criticizes the monetary policy of the Central Bank of Paraguay, arguing that the current low inflation is the result of currency appreciation and liquidity tightening, not lasting success. He warns of future risks with the reversal of capital flows.
Electrical expert Guillermo Krauch said that electricity consumption in Paraguay is growing far above forecasts by the National Electricity Administration, bringing forward by two years the point where availability and real demand intersect.
andeguillermo-krauchThe country reached sixth place among regional destinations in the ICCA 2025 Ranking, with Asunción ranking eighth among cities. The segment generated an estimated economic impact of US$300 million.
iccamiceThe international construction fair held at the Conmebol Convention Center ends this Sunday with free admission, bringing together around 900 brands and more than 200 companies. Organizers highlight surpassing business roundtable targets and the event's role as a showcase of innovation for the sector.
constructecniaTransfers from Itaipu and Yacyretá fell 23.5% from January to April 2026, totaling US$143.5 million, reflecting lower royalties, energy compensation, and energy cession.
royaltiesitaipuyacyretaOfficial spreadsheets from the Ministry of Economy and Finance (MEF) reveal that Ueno Bank, linked to former partners of President Santiago Peña, increased its state deposits in foreign currency by more than US$102 million between December 2025 and April 2026, taking advantage of the dollar's depreciation on the local market. The funds include resources from the Social Security Institute (IPS).
ueno-bankgrupo-vazquezmefsantiago-penaData from the Ministry of Economy and Finance show that civil servant remuneration consumed G. 7.9 trillion in the first four months of 2026, driven by strategic sectors. In contrast, transfers for works and infrastructure fell to G. 1.1 trillion, with a sharp decline in public credit resources.
mefParaguay's Chamber of Deputies approved a declaration recognizing the South American Rally Championship – CODASUR 2026 and the fourth stage of the National Rally Championship as events of national and tourist interest, aiming to boost the economy and international projection of the Guairá department.
rallycodasurguairavillarricaSusan Janeth Gamboa Stumpf, from Encarnación, graduated with distinction in mechanical engineering from Boston University after overcoming challenges of adaptation and language. She interned at Tesla, contributed to annual savings of US$5 million, and had a prize-winning project in the semiconductor field.
susan-janeth-gamboa-stumpfboston-universityteslaGuillermo Zaracho Mármol, a doctoral candidate at the University of Bath, had his work on digital literacy in rural and suburban schools in Paraguay recognized by the magazine Inspire.
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