The Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC) projects that the Dominican Republic will close 2026 with a GDP growth of 4.8%, establishing itself as one of the most dynamic economies in the region. This rate ranks among the highest worldwide, only surpassed by Guyana, which is expected to reach a remarkable 23%.
Additionally, the report details the Dominican economy’s growth in recent years. In 2024, the country registered a 5.0% increase, while a 3.7% growth is projected for 2025.
In South America, the report highlights Argentina’s recovery, moving from a contraction of -1.3% in 2024 to a 5.0% growth in 2025, before moderating to 4.0% in 2026. In contrast, Brazil, the region’s largest economy, recorded a solid 3.4% in 2024, but with a declining trend of 2.3% in 2025 and an estimated 2.0% in 2026.
Chile shows stability, with rates close to 2% over the three years: 2.6% in 2024, a slight decrease to 2.4% in 2025, and 2.2% in 2026. Meanwhile, Colombia demonstrates gradual improvement, going from 1.6% in 2024 to 2.5% in 2025, and an estimated 2.7% in 2026.
In Central America, besides the Dominican Republic, Guatemala stands out with a projected growth of 4.0% in 2026. Panama also highlights a positive outlook with an expected increase of 4.6% in 2026, after recording 4.2% in 2024 and 2.9% in 2025.
Finally, it is important to note that Haiti faces the greatest challenges in sustaining growth. It experienced a contraction of -4.2% in 2024, which moderated to -2.3% in 2025, with an estimated decline of -1.0% in 2026.
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