Paraguay joins Nasdaq and has officially begun operating in the second week of January 2026. Nasdaq (National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations) is a U.S.-based stock exchange. This marks a historic milestone in Paraguay’s financial development, as the country integrates its stock exchange into one of the world’s most advanced trading platforms. The move positions Paraguay on the global investment map, attracts international capital, and strengthens its technological and regulatory standards.
A landmark move for the Paraguayan market
“This is not just an operational change; it is a clear sign of the maturity of the Paraguayan market,” said Pablo Cheng Lu, President of the Asunción Stock Exchange (BVA). To comply with Nasdaq standards, the BVA has migrated its web platform to a new system. Such a system was designed to improve transaction security, traceability, speed, and transparency.
The modernised platform ensures that all trading activity meets international requirements, making Paraguay’s capital market more predictable and reliable. For local investors, this upgrade increases confidence. For global investors, it signals a market aligned with the technological and regulatory norms of leading financial centres.
Paraguay joins Nasdaq: Expanding opportunities
Through Nasdaq, Paraguay now offers easier access for foreign investors and pension funds. Also for investment banks and asset managers seeking robust, internationally compatible systems. Marcelo Prono, General Manager of Cavapy, explained: “This step represents a real opportunity to deepen the market, diversify financial instruments, and make financing more accessible for local companies.”
The country’s modern infrastructure also allows Paraguayan firms to issue securities in a competitive environment. Centralising clearing and settlement under the Central Securities Depository further strengthens legal certainty. At the same time, it improves systemic risk management and aligns Paraguay with best practices worldwide.
Positioning Paraguay as an emerging market
From a macroeconomic perspective, the Nasdaq integration highlights Paraguay’s potential as a reliable emerging market. It demonstrates the adoption of clear rules, global standards, and transparent frameworks, while building on the country’s existing investment-grade rating, monetary stability, and sustained economic growth.
This milestone not only signals progress for the financial sector but also reinforces Paraguay’s presence in the global economy, offering a pathway for long-term institutional capital and greater participation in international investment circuits.
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