Three Sectors Could Redefine Costa Rica’s Economy and Generate $25 Billion in Exports

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80.7% of foreign direct investment (FDI) recorded at the end of the third quarter of 2025 came from the manufacturing sector, in which the medical devices industry stands out. Between January and September last year, the country received more than $3.5 billion, according to the Central Bank of Costa Rica (BCCR), of which $2.856 million went to manufacturing, confirmed the Foreign Trade Promoter (Procomer).The high concentration of foreign invest…