Venezuelas economy grew by 9% in 2024, according to President Nicols Maduros annual address to the nation.
The Central Bank of Venezuela provided this figure, marking a significant economic rebound.
Maduro delivered this news during his yearly memory and account speech at the Teresa Carreo Theater in Caracas.The President highlighted the countrys restored productive capabilities.
He expressed confidence in Venezuelas ability to continue growing and developing its national production apparatus.Maduro also revealed that contracts worth over $52 billion in investments were signed across various economic sectors last year.
Several key industries saw notable growth in 2024.
Mining led the pack with a 21% increase, followed by the oil sector at 14%.Agriculture and vehicle trade and repair both grew by 6.2%, while manufacturing saw a 4.6% rise.
These figures indicate a broad-based economic recovery across multiple sectors.
Venezuelas annual inflation rate dropped to 48% in 2024, the lowest since 2012.Venezuelan Economy Surges: 9% Growth and Doubled Tax Revenue in 2024.
(Photo Internet reproduction)This marks a significant improvement from the recent hyperinflation crisis that severely impacted the nation.
The countrys ability to curb runaway inflation suggests a stabilizing economic environment.Venezuelan Economy Surges: 9% Growth and Doubled Tax Revenue in 2024Tax revenue in Venezuela doubled in 2024, reaching $12 billion.
This represents a 110% increase compared to 2023.
The substantial rise in tax collection indicates improved economic activity and potentially more effective tax administration.These economic indicators paint a picture of Venezuelas ongoing recovery.
The country appears to be moving past its recent economic challenges, with growth spread across various sectors.However, its important to note that these figures come from government sources and should be viewed in the context of Venezuelas complex economic history.