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Over 6,200 Businesses Created in 2025, While 5,700 Closed

Published Aug 1, 2026, 10:00 PM ASTvia Sin Comillas

At a glance

  • 6,200businesses created in 2025
  • 5,700businesses closed in 2025
  • 175,510jobs generated, 170,560 lost in the private sector

Why this matters: The creation and closure of businesses, as well as job loss, have a direct impact on Puerto Rico’s economy and the island’s ability to attract and retain talent and investment.

In 2025, more than 6,200 businesses were created in Puerto Rico, while 5,700 closed. The private sector generated 175,510 jobs, but 170,560 were lost.

According to data from the fourth quarter of 2025, 11,053 businesses lost jobs, a 1.6% increase from the previous quarter. This information was reported by Luisa García Pelatti.

The data highlights the dynamics of business creation and job loss in Puerto Rico’s economy.

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