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Nicaragua Exports Top $5bn in First Half, a Record Driven by Gold
Nicaragua’s exports reached $5.09 billion in the first half of 2026, a 17.3% increase from the same period in 2025, driven by gold exports. This marks the first time first-half sales have exceeded $5 billion.
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