STRATEGIC
LOCATION
WHY INVEST IN GUATEMALA
MACROECONOMIC
STABILITY
AND RESILIENCE
Long-term stable exchange rate
Most resilient economy in the region during 2021
GDP grew 7.5%
Exports grew 21%
Imports grew 46%
Lowest inflation average of 4% in the last years.
Foreign investment 3 times higher than the 2021 target.
SEAMLESS
CONNECTIVITY
Direct access to Pacific and Atlantic coast ports
Two international airports, direct flights from 22 commercial airlines and 11 cargo airlines operating
The second largest maritime cargo operation in Central America (17.89%), after Panama
Proximity to key markets that allow competitive logistics costs and times
Trade agreements with + 40 countries
Customs union between Guatemala, El Salvador and Honduras reduced customs time by 90%
COMPETITIVENESS AND
INVESTMENT INCENTIVES
Best electricity cost in the region (<$0.085kw)
75% of renewable energy
Competitive prices for world-class telecommunications services
High supply of skilled labor at fair wages
Tax benefits & nearshoring exemptions
Numa is located
in Guatemala’s
main industrial
development zone
+70% of the imports and exports cargo takes place in the south highways of the country
(CA2 and CA9).
Escuintla
one of the most
competitive cities
Intense development of road infraestructure projects for the upcoming years.
Qualified workforce.
7+ University campuses
9+ shopping centers
Proximity to government institutions, banks and basic services.
