Panama prepares to raise the Qualified Investor threshold to USD 500,000: The USD 300,000 window is running out
Panama is preparing to enter an important change to the Qualified Investor Visa program, a residency program for international investors. According to information published on 18/08/2026, the minimum real estate investment required to qualify for the program will increase from USD 300,000 to USD 500,000 from mid-October 2026. If the plan is implemented according to […]
Greece exceeds its budget surplus target: A new signal for the economy and international investors
Greece continues to record positive signals in the process of strengthening its public finances. According to the latest budget execution data, Greece’s primary surplus in the first seven months of 2026 reached EUR 5.72 billion, significantly higher than the EUR 4.41 billion initially forecast. This result is opening up the possibility that the Government could […]
Greece: Small apartments lead price gains as the housing market enters a new phase
Greece’s real estate market is entering an interesting new phase, with smaller apartments increasingly leading property price growth. This trend is not simply a reflection of rising property prices. It also points to a deeper shift in Greece’s housing market: buyers are increasingly prioritizing more affordable properties, while the supply of smaller apartments in major […]
Greeks still keep using cash: What is happening in the financial system?
While electronic payments are becoming increasingly common across Europe, Greece still maintains a rather distinctive characteristic: cash continues to play a very significant role in daily transactions. According to a survey by the European Central Bank (ECB) cited by Kathimerini, Greece is currently the country with the highest percentage of businesses accepting cash in the […]
Expanded air connectivity from Europe to Central America: What does Panama gain from international visitor flows?
On the international tourism and investment map, air connectivity is increasingly becoming an important factor in assessing a country’s attractiveness. Not only does it make travel more convenient for tourists, international flight routes also create a continuous flow of tourists, entrepreneurs, professionals and capital between markets. And Panama is now facing a notable advantage. According […]
Greece’s economy sends positive signals: where is the growth momentum coming from?
After more than a decade of restructuring and recovery, the Greek economy continues to show positive signals. GDP growth remains above the eurozone average, investment continues to be a key driver, the labor market is improving, and international tourist arrivals are still rising strongly. These developments are creating a notable picture for international investors: Greece […]
Portugal Economy 2026: What is creating the attractiveness for international capital flows?
In a context where the European economy continues to face many uncertainties, Portugal remains one of the most notable markets in Southern Europe. No longer a story of an economy recovering from crisis, Portugal is now entering a more mature development phase, driven by domestic consumption, investment, EU funding, the labor market, and export activity. […]
Over 121 billion usd in deposits: Why is the international investment community looking at Panama again?
Panama has long been known for the Panama Canal, its port system, and its strategic position connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. But behind its logistics advantage lies an increasingly important factor for international investors: a large-scale banking system, operating in USD, and continuing to attract inflows of capital from abroad. According to PanamaTimes, Panama’s […]
Panama records economic growth above 5%: A new signal for international investors
Panama is entering 2026 with positive signals from economic activity. According to PanamaTimes, Panama’s Monthly Economic Activity Index (IMAE) increased by 5.19% in May 2026 compared with the same period last year. The increase was supported by construction activity, maritime trade and domestic consumption. Notably, this is not a single isolated growth figure. According to […]
Panama through its festival seasons: When culture becomes part of the living experience
When mentioning Panama, many people immediately think of the Panama Canal, the modern buildings of Panama City, or its position as a financial and logistics hub of Latin America. But to better understand a country, sometimes we need to look at how its people celebrate, preserve traditions, and connect with the community. Panama has a […]
