Private Sector Credit

Honduras's annual inflation hit 6.2% through August 2026, with food prices rising 5.57%, prompting the central bank to raise its monetary policy rate to 6.0% on September 21 to contain price growth.

The Honduran business council reported food and beverage inflation of 5.57% in August, citing drought conditions from El Niño and higher transport costs, while overall inflation reached 6.20% and private-sector credit grew 20% through June.

Private-sector credit in Honduras continues to grow, propelled mainly by increased lending to businesses as the financial system has more liquidity available.

Credit to Honduras's private sector is growing, with most new lending to businesses concentrated in services, real estate, and agriculture, the Central Bank reports.

Credit to Honduras's private sector continues to grow favorably, driven by domestic-currency financing to businesses in productive sectors including services, real estate, and agriculture.

The central bank reports that credit to Honduras's private sector continues expanding, fueled by rising demand for business financing tied to stronger investment and economic activity.