Ernesto Bazán
Ernesto Bazán is a prominent economist known for his critical analysis of Panama's fiscal policies. He has highlighted the alarming nature of the country's record high deficit of 6.4 billion dollars for 2024, attributing it to poor macroeconomic management by both current and previous administrations. Bazán warns that the unsustainable level of debt could impoverish the Panamanian population.
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Economist Ernesto Bazán emphasized the need to drastically reduce unnecessary expenses while increasing revenues.
Los números contradicen el grado de inversión de Panamá
Panama· 2025-10-20
Ernesto Bazán, from the tourist operator Olcristour, reported a greater influx of people since 09:00.
Un día soleado recibió a los turistas en Salinas, donde la ocupación hotelera alcanzó el 70 % | Ecuador | Noticias
Ecuador· 2025-10-11
Ernesto Bazán discusses the fiscal irresponsibility in Panama and the need for austerity measures.
Ernesto Bazán: ‘Estamos pagando intereses como si estuviéramos quemando dinero’Panama· 2025-08-03
Economist Ernesto Bazán considers that Panama's exit from the high-risk countries list is good news for the country, as it opens opportunities for greater investment influx.
Tras salida de lista de la Unión Europea, sector financiero insta a no bajar la guardiaPanama· 2025-07-10
Ernesto Bazán explains that Panama has lost its leadership in attracting foreign direct investment due to a loss of investor confidence.
Panamá mejora la Inversión Extranjera Directa, pero pierde liderazgoPanama· 2025-04-12
Ernesto Bazán indicated that the high level of unemployment is the most concerning issue for the country.
Bajo crecimiento económico de Panamá agrava el desempleo, advierten analistasPanama· 2025-03-20
Economist Ernesto Bazán explained that the mine is a clear example of how GDP does not equate to economic well-being.
Sabrina Sin Censura: No todo lo que brilla es cobrePanama· 2025-02-21
Ernesto Bazán warned that the fiscal deficit could lead to a deterioration in Panama's risk rating.
Déficit fiscal reportado es el más alto de la historia; economistas advierten que urge un plan de recorte de gastosPanama· 2025-02-21
