A. M. 
Micro and small enterprises (MSMEs), a key driver of the Salvadoran economy, not only face financial and market challenges, but also less visible but equally critical obstacles: family and personal problems.
According to the MSME Business Dynamics Report for the second quarter of 2025, prepared by the MSME Observatory, these types of situations represent 12% of the factors limiting business development, directly affecting the operations and sustainability of ventures.
The report reveals that family and personal problems significantly affect the productivity of micro and small businesses in El Salvador. It highlights that 56% of cases are related to the illness of a family member, 29% to personal illness, 24% to family conflicts, and 11% to maternity. These situations limit entrepreneurs’ ability to serve clients, meet deadlines, and maintain the stability of their operations.
He also emphasizes that, although the impact is not always quantifiable in figures, it does translate into a loss of competitiveness. MSMEs represent a pillar of the salvadoran economy, and therefore, it is recommended to strengthen comprehensive support programs that include not only technical and financial training, but also emotional support and community networks.
