AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoRural Technology: A digital initiative backed by IFAD and the EU says 32,000-plus rural households across Guatemala and five other countries are using tools to reach markets, access finance and manage crops. It linked 15 startups with 811 rural organizations. Energy Investment: El Salvador’s $2.9 billion Cox deal includes solar, batteries, gas and water projects; the company says new energy infrastructure could serve neighboring markets, including Guatemala. Retail Growth: Dollarama’s Latin American chain, which includes Guatemala, has 781 stores. Its regional net earnings rose 30.3% in the latest quarter, supporting further expansion. Export Costs: Higher fuel and fertilizer costs, tariffs and transport constraints are squeezing banana producers. Guatemala is among the Central American suppliers serving the U.S. market. Manufacturing: Apparel maker Pearl Global operates plants in Guatemala, using the country’s proximity to the U.S. to help meet brand orders quickly.
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