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Clear filtersENEE Needs L35.4 Billion in Domestic Borrowing Through 2029
Honduras's state power utility ENEE requires L35.4 billion (roughly $1.4 billion USD) in domestic debt from 2026 to 2029 to cover payments to private generators, amid losses exceeding 34% and a total debt burden now at L73.3 billion.
Honduras's Public Debt Rises to $9.35 Billion by April
Honduras's public-sector debt reached $9.35 billion by April 2026, up $50 million from December 2025, with the central government accounting for the largest share.
Banco Central de Honduras (X)Published on Honduras Daily · Jun 9, 2026#public-debt#government-finances#bch-dataPublic Foreign Debt Climbs to $10.75 Billion
Honduras's public external debt reached $10.75 billion as of April 2026, with 81.2% denominated in US dollars, 14.8% in IMF special drawing rights, and smaller portions in euros, yen, and other currencies.
Banco Central de Honduras (X)Published on Honduras Daily · Jun 9, 2026#public-debt#external-debt#bch-dataENEE Auctions L2.2 Billion in Bonds to Pay Power Generators
Honduras's state power utility is auctioning L2.2 billion (about $88 million) in bonds at interest rates of 10.6% to 12.2% to pay down arrears exceeding L16.4 billion owed to private energy suppliers.
Honduras Pays Interest on 19 Projects That Never Started
Honduras is servicing over $3.3 billion in foreign loans for 66 active projects, 76% of which have failed to reach 50% execution by end of 2025, including 19 that have not begun, forcing taxpayers to cover interest and fees on work generating no public benefit.