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The Paraguayan government is accelerating plans to diversify its energy matrix with natural gas, solar, and wind projects to prevent the depletion of its electricity surplus by 2030.
javier-gimenezvaca-muertaitaipuThe Asunción Stock Exchange (BVA) projects a new historic record for operations in 2026, with the expectation that the National Treasury will resume issuing public bonds through the exchange starting in July. This follows a two-year period during which issuances were made exclusively by the Central Bank.
bonos-del-tesoroNon-performing loans in the Paraguayan banking system are a cause for concern, with the National Development Bank (BNF) leading at 3.16% and Ueno Bank in second place at 2.74%, although the majority of banks maintain over 90% of their loans in the adequate solvency category.
uenoitauExperts project that Paraguay's chronic fiscal crisis, characterized by low revenue and growing debt, will force a drastic reduction in public investment in the 2027 budget.
deficit-fiscalThe Paraguayan-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (AHK Paraguay) is organizing two events to connect German companies with business opportunities in Paraguay, focusing on the water treatment and forestry and pulp industry sectors.
The real estate boom in Asunción, driven by the $200,000 investment-for-residency program, attracted 18,071 applications from foreigners in the first quarter of 2026, an 85% increase compared to the previous year.
investor-passmayngriselda-gonzalezolinda-llanoThe Paraguayan economy grew by 5.6% in the first five months of 2026, leading the regional economic climate with the highest level of optimism in Latin America.
Starting in 2026, businesses in Asunción will be required to obtain a commercial license from the Municipal Government, presenting documents such as a Taxpayer Identification Number (RUC), proof of income, a fire prevention plan, and property documentation, with in-person processing and a variable cost based on the company's assets.
dnitThe National Single Registry (RUN) has begun requiring georeferenced plans in property titles to combat real estate fraud and strengthen legal security, in accordance with Law 7424/25 regulated by President Santiago Peña.
The number of people with credit in Paraguay has doubled to 2.3 million over three years, according to the Central Bank of Paraguay (BCP), which attributes the growth to greater financial inclusion and dismisses immediate risks, despite a prior warning from the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
The Paraguayan economy grew by 5.6% in the first five months of 2026, driven primarily by the primary sector, which posted a 9.9% increase, while the secondary and services sectors also showed positive performance.
ANDE, Paraguay's state electricity utility, will report 10,000 delinquent customers to Equifax to force debt payments, while simultaneously maintaining its payment flexibility campaign.
andeequifaxhugo-rolonThe Expo Paraguay 2026, the country's largest multi-sector fair, begins this Saturday in Mariano Roque Alonso, focusing on business, a job fair, and an extensive schedule of concerts and entertainment running until July 26.
expo-paraguay-arp-2026mariano-roque-alonsoexpo-empleoexpo-asadorThe Paraguayan capital market recorded a slight 0.8% drop in volume for the first half of 2026, but showed a recovery in June with a 9.7% increase driven by the secondary market.
cesar-paredesThe National Telecommunications Commission (Conatel) has received proposals from Tigo and Personal for Paraguay's second 5G license auction, which offers two frequency blocks. The type of award will be determined after the companies' proposals are analyzed.
nucleo-s-aParaguay has made its first shipment of pork to the Philippines, a milestone for a sector that has already exported over 8.7 million kilograms in 2026 and is seeking to consolidate its international markets.
The Paraguayan National Telecommunications Commission (Conatel) has relaxed regulations for Starlink, which will allow internet speeds up to eight times faster for users and has authorized the use of new frequencies to integrate satellites with optical fiber.
starlinkThe Paraguayan market for finished cattle is maintaining stable prices despite downward pressure in Brazil, supported by limited supply and robust international demand, with record values for beef exports.
mercosurThe DNIT (Paraguay's tax and customs authority) has published a detailed guide outlining the monthly VAT declaration process, including how to calculate tax debits and credits and which expenses can be deducted by taxpayers.
dnitParaguay has launched the Validador PY platform to verify digital documents across the Mercosur trade bloc, along with a new version of its service provider registry, Repse 2.0, aiming to reduce bureaucracy and combat informality.
validador-pymercosurrepse-2-0Payroll-deductible loans in Paraguay recorded a 50.6% increase through May 2026, with the balance reaching G. 1.62 trillion in popular credit lines, while the default rate on these operations rose to 7.4%, alerting authorities to the risks of accelerated growth.
Data from Paraguay's Ministry of Labor, Employment and Social Security (MTESS) show that the majority of informal workers (57%) and micro-enterprises (54.2%) earn below the minimum wage, a scenario that is reversed in formal employment, where 71% of salaried workers receive above-minimum compensation.
The Paraguayan forestry sector is increasing investments and promoting Expo Madera 2026 to consolidate its growth, with the participation of Swedish companies and a focus on industrialization and global markets.
expo-madera-paraguay-2026The National Telecommunications Commission (Conatel) has authorized the expansion of Starlink's services in Paraguay to increase the availability of high-speed internet, especially in rural areas, as part of a strategy to reduce connectivity gaps and boost the country's digital transformation.
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