El Salvador continues to strengthen its reputation as one of the most dynamic business destinations in Central America, following the registration of more than 4,000 new companies during 2026.

The figures were presented by Camilo Trigueros, director of the National Registry Center (CNR), during a report delivered to the Legislative Assembly. According to the data, business formalization has increased by 32% compared to the previous year, reflecting growing entrepreneurial activity and investor confidence in the country’s economic environment.

The results highlight a continued trend of business expansion as El Salvador advances policies aimed at improving competitiveness, simplifying procedures, and creating favorable conditions for investment. The increase in formally registered companies is viewed as an indicator of economic dynamism and greater participation in the formal economy.

Government officials have pointed to the country’s improving business climate, legal certainty, and economic reforms as key factors behind the growth. The rising number of newly established enterprises spans multiple sectors, contributing to job creation and economic development.

With thousands of new businesses entering the market and formalization rates reaching historic levels, El Salvador continues to position itself as a leading destination for investment, entrepreneurship, and economic opportunity in Central America.