Panama is ranked 86 among 190 economies in the ease of doing business, according to the latest World Bank annual ratings. The rank of Panama deteriorated to 86 in 2019 from 79 in 2018. Ease of Doing Business in Panama averaged 70.58 from 2008 until 2019, reaching an all time high of 86.00 in 2019 and a record low of 55.00 in 2013. source: World Bank



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Ease of Doing Business in Panama
The Ease of doing business index ranks countries against each other based on how the regulatory environment is conducive to business operationstronger protections of property rights. Economies with a high rank (1 to 20) have simpler and more friendly regulations for businesses.
Actual Previous Highest Lowest Dates Unit Frequency
86.00 79.00 86.00 55.00 2008 - 2019 Yearly