According to the CCIAP the 2026 World Cup is Already Boosting Trade and Services in Panama - Newsroom Panama

Panama is preparing for its first World Cup match on June 17 against Ghana, a milestone that local business groups say is already lifting activity. The Chamber of Commerce, Industries and Agriculture of Panama (CCIAP) notes that weeks before kickoff, sectors such as commerce, gastronomy, hotels and services are seeing increased demand linked to the tournament. As a strategic aviation and transit hub, Panama is experiencing spillover effects as Copa Airlines ferries fans to and from World Cup host cities, including tournament venues in North America. The overall time frame and logistics are creating early momentum for the economy.