2026-02-10

Macroeconomic indicators demonstrate remarkable stability through political transition with exchange rate holding firm and digital financial infrastructure expanding. The gourde maintained 130.89 to 131.00 per US dollar in late January through early February 2026 with January 2026 monthly average of 0.007637 representing 0.06 percent year-to-date appreciation against dollar. January trading range of 0.007626 to 0.007643 shows minimal volatility with only 0.22 percent spread indicating no devaluation pressure. January 2026 customs revenue reached 11.853 billion gourdes across 21 operating days representing slight year-over-year increase. Banque de la Republique d'Haiti reserves and diaspora remittance flows appear to provide sufficient liquidity support. NATCASH announced expanded financial inclusion and digital remittance services on February 9 through partnerships with CamTransfer and Unitransfer enabling diaspora remittances from United States Canada France Mexico and Chile. Platform features advanced security including biometric authentication transaction geolocation and anti-fraud systems with nationwide agent network covering remote areas. NATCASH positioning as leading financial and money transfer February 10, 2026 platform in Caribbean region provides critical infrastructure given traditional banking channels remain constrained by security conditions. Digital remittance infrastructure is operationally significant as diaspora transfers constitute approximately 30 percent or more of Haiti GDP. Ministry of Commerce and Industry revealed through Quality Control Directorate that 83 percent or more of treated and packaged water samples sold in Port-au-Prince metropolitan area do not fully comply with MCI requirements. Key findings include labeling standards not met by multiple suppliers and physico-chemical analyses showing water almost totally devoid of minerals. MCI pledged enforcement measures but this represents public health concern affecting all operations in PAP metro area. Organizations relying on commercially packaged water should review sourcing and consider independent testing protocols. TPS termination effective February 3 2026 continues generating major impact with 350000 or more Haitian nationals in United States at risk of deportation. Active deportation flights documented with 132 on February 5 and 136 on February 7 including TPS and Green Card holders with children. Catholic bishops and United States Committee for Refugees and Immigrants are calling for reversal. Department of Homeland Security rationale claims Haiti no longer meets statutory requirements which contradicts State Department Level 4 Do Not Travel advisory. NATCASH expansion provides some insulation for remittance continuity but deportation volumes threaten significant reduction in financial flows.