Economy and Expectations for 2026
Regarding the country’s economic situation, 38% believe it is better than last year, while 40% consider it worse. However, future expectations show greater optimism: 47% believe the economy will be better in 2026, compared to 34% who think it will worsen. Likewise, 67% believe that the president has the capacity, attitude, and knowledge to improve the country’s situation next year, and 63% claim to believe in his word. Regarding the performance of President Abinader, it is valued as positive by 63% of respondents, while Vice President Raquel Peña obtains a positive valuation of 79%, one of the highest figures in the study.You may be interested in: Abinader appoints CoSeNaSa technical commission
The survey also reflects high confidence in the Attorney General of the Republic, Yeni Berenice Reynoso, with 85% positive opinions, and an 82% approval of Omar Fernández’s management as senator for the National District.Top-rated officials
Among the officials of the Executive Branch, figures such as Carlos Bonilla (Housing), Luis Miguel de Camps (Education) and David Collado (Tourism) stand out for their approval rating, all with approval levels above 75%. In terms of efficiency and honesty, ministers David Collado, Luis Miguel de Camps and Víctor Atallah are among the best valued by the citizenry, with positive perception percentages that are around or exceed 80%.Main citizen concerns
Looking ahead to 2026, the survey indicates that the main concerns of Dominicans are quality of life (54%), salary improvement (51%), the economic situation (48%), and lack of employment (44%), followed by poverty, health, and citizen insecurity. The study concludes that, despite economic and social concerns, the Government maintains high levels of approval and trust, especially in the presidential figure and in several key officials, which outlines a favorable political scenario for the year 2026.

