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Family remittances to El Salvador registered a 0.77% increase in february 2026 compared to january of the same year, rising from US$759.45 million to US$765.33 million, representing an increase of US$5.88 million, according to preliminary data from the Banco Central de Reserva de El Salvador (BCR). The institution also reports that the accumulated growth rate is 8.4%.
Moderate monthly growth
According to official information, remittances showed a slightly positive trend during the second month of the year. In january 2026, remittances reached US$759.45 million, while in february they rose to US$765.33 million.
The growth was US$5.88 million in absolute terms, equivalent to a 0.77% monthly change, reflecting a continued flow of remittances from abroad to salvadoran households.
Preliminary data and methodology
The Banco Central de Reserva de El Salvador (BCR) indicated that these figures are preliminary, meaning they may be adjusted later with additional information provided by banks and remittance companies.
To compile these statistics, the institution uses information from financial entities, federations, and companies specializing in remittance transfers. It also supplements the data with surveys conducted with senders in the United States, which allows for an estimation of cash transfers.
Relevance to the economy
Remittances continue to be one of the main sources of income for thousands of salvadoran families, as well as a key component of the national economy.
The increase recorded in February, although moderate, demonstrates the stability of foreign currency inflows from abroad, which contributes to domestic consumption and the sustenance of households in the country.
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