A. M. Economic activity in El Salvador, as measured by the Economic Activity Volume Index (IVAE), has shown significant growth. According to the Secretariat of the Secretaría del Consejo Monetario Centroamericano (SECMCA), the year-over-year variation stood at 2.70% in its seasonally adjusted series. This increase exceeds the 1.97% recorded during the same period in 2024, demonstrating a solid upward trend.
This remarkable economic performance is driven by several productive sectors that have posted exceptional performance. The construction industry stands out with an impressive growth of 28.03%, reflecting a boom in infrastructure and development projects. Meanwhile, financial and insurance activities also contributed positively with growth of 7.23%.
The trade, transportation, and warehousing sector also performed favorably, with a year-over-year increase of 2.09%. This combined growth of key sectors underscores the resilience and dynamism of the salvadoran economy. Data from the SECMCA, based on information from the Banco Central de Reserva de El Salvador, confirm that the country is in a phase of expansion.
However, not all sectors shared the same positive fate during the period. The information and communications sector experienced a contraction of 7.95%, while professional and scientific activities registered a decrease of 2.88%. Despite these setbacks, the overall outlook is optimistic and remains on a growth path.
These results suggest that the implemented economic policies have had a positive effect on the country’s productive recovery. The diversification and growth of strategic sectors are clear signs of an evolving economy. This trend is expected to continue in the coming months, consolidating El Salvador’s economic stability.
