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Chile's Central Bank is keeping a restrictive monetary policy amid rising inflation risks, according to policymakers cited by La República. High-frequency indicators for the third quarter suggest that consumption and investment remain weak.
Read the flashLa RepúblicaMining and Energy Minister María Nohemí Arboleda announced the issuance of a circular to hold an energy auction in early 2027. According to the official, there will be several types of auction and technology entering within the deadline to fill gaps in firm energy.
Read the flashLa RepúblicaOpenAI plans to buy artificial intelligence chips from Google to expand its computing capacity, according to the cited outlet. The plan would tighten ties between the two companies, which compete in AI products and in search.
Read the flashLa RepúblicaThe Bank of Canada raised interest rates to counter upside inflation risks posed by higher energy prices, the central bank said. The institution also stated that further rate increases may be necessary, according to the report.
Read the flashLa RepúblicaAccording to Portafolio, the world is bracing for more expensive commodities, with energy, metals and oil pressuring markets in 2026. The outlet also notes that food prices would rise 18% between 2026 and 2027, driven by trade tensions and climate risks.
Read the flashPortafolioISA began its Extraordinary Shareholders' Meeting, at which it will seek to amend the company's bylaws and elect a new Board. Among the planned changes is the process for electing the company's new president.
Read the flashValora AnalitikThe euro gained ground against the Colombian peso and moved closer to COP 3,500. During the session, the European currency traded between COP 3,490.60 and COP 3,502, according to Portafolio.
Read the flashPortafolioZegona, owner of Vodafone Spain, has applied to transfer its ordinary shares to the commercial category of the London Stock Exchange, a simplified listing regime, according to merca2. The company has appointed Barclays as part of the operation.
Read the flashmerca2.esArturo Calle renovated its store at the Buenavista shopping center in Barranquilla with an investment of 2.045 billion pesos. The company added a space for its Resort line in that location.
Read the flashPortafolioFenalcarbón estimates that the coal sector could generate contributions to the State above $10 trillion. Its executive president, Carlos Andrés Cante, said that in 2022 the industry produced about 68 million tons and in 2025 output stood at around 51 million tons.
Read the flashLa RepúblicaTicketmaster recorded its largest operation in Colombia at the EDC Medellín festival, according to the company. The event had the fastest sales launch day among the festivals the company operates and reached peaks of more than 3,000 check-ins in 15 minutes.
Read the flashValora AnalitikThe United States trade deficit reached its highest level since March 2025 in capital goods, according to the published information. A survey of economists conducted by Bloomberg had estimated the gap would narrow to US$130.2 billion.
Read the flashLa RepúblicaThe United States trade deficit reached its highest level since 2025 in capital goods, according to the published information. A Bloomberg survey of economists had on average forecast the deficit narrowing to US$130.2 billion.
Read the flashLa RepúblicaThe global exchange-traded fund (ETF) industry reached record net inflows of $2.24 trillion in 2026, according to analysis by research firm ETFGI. The milestone extends the sector's streak to 88 consecutive months of positive flows, per information published by fundssociety.com.
Read the flashfundssociety.comAmper and COFIDES are strengthening their strategic alliance with a €50 million investment aimed at acquiring Teltronic. According to the announcement, the agreement will boost the development of technological capabilities and strengthen strategic critical communications. COFIDES contributes those €50 million so that Amper can complete the purchase of Teltronic.
Read the flashwebcapitalriesgo.comThe Court ordered protection for two women who claim the same pension and ruled that the monthly payment be shared provisionally, in order to prevent the dispute over the pension right from leaving those who depend on that benefit without resources, according to Portafolio.
Read the flashPortafolioAccording to Fedesarrollo's report, confidence among retailers and manufacturers improved in September. The Commercial Confidence Index (ICCO) rose 5.3 points to 28.6%.
Read the flashPortafolioColombia's Minister of Commerce, Abelardo De La Espriella, is seeking to have the United States eliminate tariffs down to 0%, according to Portafolio. The official has already held meetings with Colombia's ambassador to that country as part of that plan.
Read the flashPortafolioThe Colombian Chamber of Electronic Commerce (Ccce) presented the balance of Hot Sale 2026: the travel and sports categories accounted for 56.7% of purchases during the event. According to the guild, 95% of purchases were made via mobile phone.
Read the flashLa RepúblicaBusiness confidence in Colombia rebounded in September and hiring expectations for year-end improved, according to a think tank. The center said the improvement was driven by a better perception of the current economic situation.
Read the flashValora AnalitikFormer Foreign Minister Jaime Bermúdez withdrew his bid to lead the Andi, according to information from La FM cited by La República. With his exit, Bermúdez stops taking part in the selection process for the presidency of the business association, amid the field of candidates for the post.
Read the flashLa RepúblicaThe possible withdrawal of EQT, Ardian and Norges Bank from the bid for Acciona Energía hit the company on the stock market on Wednesday. Shares of parent company Acciona were down 4.15% at around 10:40 a.m., to 208 euros, while its subsidiary Acciona Energía fell 4%.
Read the flashmerca2.esSpain's Ibex 35 deepened its decline by 1.35% at mid-session to 18,902.6 points, losing the 19,000-point level. The drop was weighed down by Banco Santander, which fell 4% after publishing its results, and by Acciona, which retreated 4.52% despite strong third-quarter results.
Read the flashmerca2.esThe Colombian Stock Exchange is presenting a new visual identity after nearly a century of history, as part of its integration into a regional market with US$539 billion in market capitalization, according to Portafolio.
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