Central bank: Venezuela's economy grew 7.14% in Q2 2026, led by oil

Venezuela's economy grew 7.14% in the second quarter of 2026 compared with the same period of 2025, EFE reported, citing Central Bank of Venezuela figures. The oil sector rose 9.1% and non-oil activity 5.79%. The central bank credited greater opening in oil, mining and electricity.

On VTV, a guest spoke of sustained growth despite the earthquake. On the opposition side, Daniel Lara Farías focused on the dollar: he said it stood at 300 bolívares in January and is now "already at 900."

«…the last 20 quarters, just before the earthquake, we have had sustained growth»— VTV guest, August 16, 2026 · watch

«As we speak it is already at 900 and it is going to reach 1,000.»— Daniel Lara Farías, August 18, 2026 · watch