The Panama Dashboard brings together selected current data and key figures that may be useful for expats and residents in Panama. Wherever possible, the information is taken from the primary sources indicated.
Inflation in Panama
year over year
Year-over-year inflation – 12 months
What does the inflation rate mean?
The inflation rate compares the current price level with the same month of the previous year – currently August 2026 with August 2025.
It is based on Panama's national urban Consumer Price Index (IPC); base year 2024 = 100.
Euro / U.S. Dollar / Swiss Franc
1 CHF = 1.2007 $
1,000 $ = 894.37 €
1,000 $ = 832.84 CHF
Fuel Prices – Panamá
Legally established maximum fuel prices for the Panamá locality, stated in balboas per liter.
Fuel prices are revised regularly and, where possible, are displayed as early as the day before they take effect. The prices shown are those applicable in Panama City; the arrows indicate the change compared with the previous pricing period. Individual gas stations may charge less, while prices in other parts of Panama may be slightly higher.
Fixed-Term Deposit Rates in Panama
Nominal interest rates for fixed-term deposits with a term of up to one year. The three highest rates published by Panama's banking regulator are shown.
Earthquakes in and Around Panama
Five relevant earthquakes of magnitude 2.5 or higher within 1,000 km of Panama City. The selection takes both magnitude and distance into account. Sources: USGS and Instituto de Geociencias de la Universidad de Panamá.
approx. 260 km from Panama City
approx. 198 km from Panama City
approx. 188 km from Panama City
approx. 267 km from Panama City
approx. 216 km from Panama City
Registered earthquakes in Panama and the surrounding region are shown. Most recorded events are weak and are normally not felt by the population.