Panama News » Los Santos News Panama » Los Santos » Economy: The financial aftershock: Panama's 7.7 quake threatens to wipe out up to 10% of economy
News channel or source: https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/general/the-financial-aftershock-panama-s-7-7-quake-threatens-to-wipe-out-up-to-10-of-economy/ar-AA2dYUBE
Published on: Saturday 10 October 2026
A 7.7 quake hit Panama's Azuero Peninsula, triggering a USGS Red Alert, 16+ injuries and up to $9.7B in potential economic losses — while the Canal held.
News Panama » Los Santos » Economy: Panama Keeps 3.5% Deficit Cap After Quake
News channel or source: https://www.riotimesonline.com/panama-deficit-cap-earthquake-2026/
Published on: Sunday 11 October 2026
Panama will not ask lawmakers to lift its 3.5% deficit cap after the 7.7 quake. It will pay for relief with insurance and grants before borrowing.