JP Morgan Highlights the Dominican Republic's Tourism Boom and Raises Its Growth Forecast

Dominican Today, July 11, 2026

Investment bank JP Morgan raised its 2026 growth forecast for the Dominican economy from 3.5% to 4.3%, because the fundamentals turned out stronger than expected. According to the analysis, the recovery that began in late 2025 has already taken hold and puts the DR back among the best-performing economies in Latin America.

Among the drivers of growth, the bank points to domestic demand, rising investment and monetary conditions that have expanded credit. It also highlights mining, boosted by gold output and prices, and the revival of construction. Tourism remains a key driver: 6,616,671 visitors in the first half of 2026, 7.7% more than in 2025 and 11% more than in 2024, and 975,012 visitors in June alone.

A global financial institution improving its outlook is a sign of international confidence. For real estate investors, an expanding economy with growing tourism translates into higher rental demand and better prospects for appreciation.

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