A deceleration in remittance growth and rising imports will see Honduras’ current account deficit widen in 2018 and 2019. Nonetheless, FDI and aid from both bilateral and multilateral partners such as the US and the Inter-American Development Bank will be sufficient to cover the deficit. International reserves reached approximately 5 months of import cover. This will provide the Banco Central de Honduras with a backstop in the event of balance of payments shock. According to the IMF, sustained anti-corruption efforts must continue to enhance the rule of law, which is a key determinant for both domestic and foreign investment in Honduras.