The Manufacturing industry represents 12.6% of the GDP. With the Central American Common Market and the FTAA, Guatemala has at its disposition an advantageous market which it makes good use of. With the establishment of maquilas ("in-bond" industries), the maquiladoras sector has become one of the most important sectors for the country. Guatemala also has a considerable and competitive chemical industry. The other important sectors are: the cosmetic, paper, metal products, construction materials and crystal industries.
In conclusion, the production structure of the Guatemalan market is oligopolistic, which tends to be a handicap for competition but which has the advantage giving the investors a large choice and the country is not dependant on a single sector.
Sector-specific professional associations
26 professional associations listed for Guatemala.
Guatemala: Buying and Selling
