Latin America Advisor 2026-04-20 – Inter-American Dialogue

LATIN AMERICA ADVISOR

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April 20, 2026

What’s Driving Economic Activity in Paraguay?

Paraguay’s economic growth has outperformed neighboring countries in South America in recent years. Asunción is pictured. // File Photo: Michele via Adobe Stock.

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Paraguayan Economy and Finance Minister Carlos Fernández Valdovinos resigned on March 31. During his tenure, which began in 2023, Paraguay saw steady economic growth and received investment-grade ratings from Moody’s and S&P Global. How likely is Paraguay’s economy to sustain its momentum under its next finance minister, Oscar Lovera? What sectors or industries are driving Paraguay’s economic growth? How does Paraguay compare to neighboring Brazil or Argentina for prospective foreign investors?

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