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The De la Espriella government's rescue law defines what should happen to the savings of nearly 135,000 workers who moved to Colpensiones, according to Valora Analitik. The rule addresses the situation of about 136,000 people who transferred their savings to that entity.
Read the flashValora AnalitikStartup YK-Robotics raised 1 million euros in a financing round co-led by Draper B1 and First Drop, according to webcapitalriesgo.com. BStartup, Coben, Elephant and PnP USA also participated in the deal. The round aims to boost automation.
Read the flashwebcapitalriesgo.comConcerns about technology stocks are growing amid the drops that Amazon and Intel shares are expected to post in today's session. Their spending on artificial intelligence is once again raising doubts among investors. Asian equities deepen their declines and the Nasdaq worsens its correction, in the aftermath of a historic slump.
Read the flashexpansion.comBanco Santander brings together international leaders at its International Banking Conference, a meeting that, amid uncertainty, will seek to shed light on the present and future of the world economy.
Read the flashmerca2.esConstruction firm Marval, with 45 years of track record, presents Soho 26, a project through which it proposes an urban transformation on Bogotá's Calle 26. The initiative envisions a district of four connected blocks to recreate the 15-minute city concept in that area.
Read the flashLa RepúblicaInsurers' fear of a possible recession fell from 35% to 18%, according to BlackRock's global survey. Inflation remains the main macro concern for the insurance sector's investment strategy, according to the same poll.
Read the flashLa RepúblicaThe Mercado Global Colombia of the Colombian Stock Exchange allows buying ETF shares, both in local and international assets, with amounts starting at COP 16,700. According to the published information, the routes to do so include platforms, brokers and brokerage firms, options available to those seeking their first stake in this type of investment vehicle.
Read the flashLa RepúblicaMarcel Dereix, brand manager of Mercedes-Benz in Colombia, discussed the brand's bet on electrification in the country, where the market is growing more than 200%. According to what was stated, between 10% and 15% of the brand's new sales will be fully electric.
Read the flashLa RepúblicaIn 2025, the nine largest wholesale food markets moved 7.82 million tonnes of food and received 2.28 million cargo vehicles, according to La República. La Mayorista, Corabastos and Centroabastos led the movement among these markets.
Read the flashLa RepúblicaLaura Ángel and María Fernanda Richter, co-founders of Lunia Shapewear, outlined their expansion plans: the brand will launch a new sportswear line and reach Madrid together with Malva. The founders also highlighted their bet on new products and more sales channels.
Read the flashLa RepúblicaGrupo Nutresa secures a share above 50% in the Venezuelan ice cream market, according to La República. With this investment, the holding enters a segment where Alimentos Polar competes and complements the contribution of Crem Helado, which posted revenue of COP 858,011 million in 2025.
Read the flashLa RepúblicaCitigroup's Expectations Survey indicates that the financial market expects a 25-basis-point increase in the rates set by Banco de la República. Of 21 analysts surveyed, only eight expect rates to remain unchanged.
Read the flashLa RepúblicaInterbrand's 2026 ranking keeps Apple in first place and consolidates Microsoft among the most valuable brands. Nvidia posted the largest increase on the list, at 71.5%, and the technology sector accounted for 48% of the ranking's total value.
Read the flashLa RepúblicaIn the debate over the pension counter-reform, a subsidy capped at one minimum wage is being proposed, according to Portafolio. Expert Camilo Cuervo warns about the fiscal cost of financing pensions for higher-income people.
Read the flashPortafolioThe committee in charge defined, without unanimity, the shortlist of three finalists to lead Andi: Nariño, Murgas and De Hart. The association's board of directors will elect the successor to Bruce Mac Master on November 10, who will leave the presidency after almost 13 years.
Read the flashLa RepúblicaAfinia paid COP 131 billion to XM, suspending the risk of power outages in the Caribbean. The company highlighted that EPM's backing was decisive in maintaining its operation.
Read the flashValora AnalitikCentro Comercial Portal de la 80 will open the Nodo X charging station, which will have six charging points for electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles, according to La República.
Read the flashLa RepúblicaUnder the Government's tax reform, workers earning from 5.5 million pesos a month would begin paying income tax, according to the published information. The measure would broaden the number of Colombians who pay taxes, with additional revenue estimated at 7.25 trillion pesos a year.
Read the flashValora AnalitikBinance co-founder Changpeng Zhao said the exchange may have been hacked and that the company froze more than US$2.5 billion, according to La República. Zhao said he was confident in the safety of the funds. The announcement coincided with a drop in Bitcoin's price.
Read the flashLa RepúblicaDe la Espriella proposes reducing corporate income tax and eliminating the tax on single-use plastics. The Executive argued the initiative seeks to lower the tax burden on companies and improve competitiveness.
Read the flashValora AnalitikMexico extended until March 2027 its call for power plants and electric batteries, one day before the deadline was set to close. According to the report, the decision aims to encourage a larger number of viable proposals, strengthen the technical analysis of energy authorities, improve companies' costs and guarantee administrative efficiency.
Read the flashBloomberg LíneaA proposal from the De la Espriella government contemplates raising VAT to 19% on foods currently taxed at 5%, according to the report. The plan states that most of those products would formally move to the general 19% rate. It would also include a tax refund for poor households.
Read the flashValora AnalitikThe Government is proposing to modify the pension calculation in light of the minimum wage increase, aiming for a benefit of 4.1 trillion pesos. According to the project, the measure seeks to restore a productivity parameter to cover the risk assumed by insurers.
Read the flashPortafolioA new reform by the De la Espriella government contemplates higher taxes on beer, liquor and cigarettes, according to Valora Analitik. Sweetened and artificially sweetened beverages would also be taxed.
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