AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoHousing: Abinader opened the first Dominican real estate fair abroad in Spain, connecting diaspora buyers with local projects and financing; a new platform lets buyers check permits, legal documents and construction progress. Mining: Barrick reported third-quarter gold production of 816,000 ounces and revenue of $5.07 billion, though it gave no Dominican mine-specific figures. Energy & Prices: Premium gasoline and optimal diesel rose RD$4 per gallon as the government continued fuel subsidies; separately, Acciona plans 42 MWh of battery storage across Dominican solar farms. Agriculture: Fairtrade warns drought from the coming El Niño could hit Dominican banana producers, whose productivity fell 13% in the last cycle, and is calling for stronger protections and better pay. Tourism: IHG opened a 115-room Holiday Inn in Puerto Plata, while Costa Cruises signed a 10-year fly-and-cruise deal with La Romana. Investment & Logistics: Spanish business leaders cited the country’s growth and investment potential; DP World has completed the first phase of a new warehouse at Caucedo Economic Zone.
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