Economic Growth in Panama
Panama's economy recorded an average growth rate of 4.3% in the decade to 2024, compared to the 2.9% average for Central America and Caribbean. In 2024, real GDP growth was 2.9%. For more GDP information, visit our dedicated page.
Panama GDP Chart
Note: This chart displays Economic Growth (GDP, annual variation in %) for Panama from 2014 to 2025.
Source: Macrobond.
Panama GDP Data
| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Economic Growth (GDP, ann. var. %) | -17.8 | 16.5 | 11.0 | 7.2 | 2.7 |
| GDP (USD bn) | 57.1 | 67.4 | 76.5 | 83.8 | 86.5 |
| Economic Growth (Nominal GDP, ann. var. %) | -18.2 | 18.1 | 13.5 | 9.6 | 3.2 |
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