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Andi called for conditions to invest after economic activity fell 0.04% in August. The business association also mentioned lower oil production and the economic impact of the August 10 earthquake.
Read the flashPortafolioThe Merco Sociedad 2026 ranking presents the list of the ten companies most valued by the general public in Colombia. Among the companies highlighted in the list are Alpina, Frisby, Bimbo and Alquería, according to the information published by Portafolio.
Read the flashPortafolioMicrosoft co-founder Bill Gates addressed the dual-use capabilities of artificial intelligence and warned about the difficulty of separating its beneficial uses from harmful ones, in an analysis focused on the risk of bioterrorism. According to the outlet, Gates called the situation "a global problem" and highlighted the security dilemmas brought by the rapid advance of technology, which can save lives and also cause harm.
Read the flashRevista SemanaColombia's economy posted a slight contraction of 0.04% in August 2026, according to the Economic Monitoring Indicator (ISE) published by DANE. The indicator, which tracks economic activity, reflected declines in agriculture, industry, construction and key services.
Read the flashPulzoThe DANE's Economic Monitoring Indicator (ISE) showed a slight contraction of Colombia's economy in August 2026. The tracking recorded declines in primary activities —mining, agriculture and livestock—, industry and construction, information and communications, and commerce, transport and accommodation.
Read the flashEl PilónThe DANE's Economic Monitoring Indicator (ISE) showed a slight contraction of Colombia's economy in August 2026. The tracking recorded declines in primary activities —mining, agriculture and livestock—, industry and construction, information and communications, trade, transport and accommodation.
Read the flashEl PilónThe DANE's Economic Monitoring Indicator (ISE) showed a slight contraction of Colombia's economy in August 2026. The indicator recorded declines in primary activities —mining, agriculture and livestock—, industry and construction, information and communications, and commerce, transport and accommodation.
Read the flashEl PilónGabriel Santos, executive president of Colombia Fintech, explained on the program Echemos Cuentas how the way of receiving money from abroad has changed, why the currency reached its current levels, how much weight remittances carry in the Colombian economy and how to avoid fees eating into the money sent from abroad.
Read the flashEl EspectadorBogotá is tapping the debt market with a bond issue of up to COP 1 trillion, with an option to upsize the placement. The second issue will take place on October 20 through a Dutch auction on the Colombian stock exchange, according to Portafolio.
Read the flashPortafolioCommerce in Cúcuta is going through a crisis because the city is no longer attractive to Venezuelan buyers amid the revaluation of the peso. In that context, exempting the city from VAT is being proposed, a measure on which limitations are being flagged.
Read the flashPortafolioKFC installed solar systems at 15 locations and five production centers in Colombia, aiming to reduce its energy consumption by 20%. The restaurant chain announced the investment as part of its operations in the country.
Read the flashPortafolioArtificial intelligence models that incorporate recent data and macroeconomic relationships forecast a slower decline in inflation in Colombia, according to Portafolio. The approach adds news and economic context to the analysis, pointing to more persistent inflation.
Read the flashPortafolioJ.P. Morgan's local operation marks 20 years in Colombia and has deployed more than US$6 billion, according to Valora Analitik. Looking ahead, the U.S. firm aims to expand its foreign exchange and foreign trade businesses in the country.
Read the flashValora AnalitikChilean state oil company Enap agreed to acquire Pluspetrol Ecuador, a company engaged in hydrocarbon exploration and production, for about US$207 million, according to the outlet La República.
Read the flashLa RepúblicaClaro Colombia received two recognitions for the performance of its mobile network in the country. According to the company, the recognitions support the investments it has made in infrastructure.
Read the flashPortafolioApple disclosed the battery capacity of its first foldable iPhone, according to information revealed through the energy label required by the European Union, Portafolio reported.
Read the flashPortafolioBanco de Bogotá reported the addition of 17,640 new coffee growers and counts 465,345 active coffee-growing clients. The bank also reported 27.1% growth in the segment's loan portfolio during 2026 and offered guidance on managing the harvest.
Read the flashLa RepúblicaAirport concessionaire Aeropuertos Argentina 2000 seeks to raise up to US$600 million through a dollar-denominated corporate bond issuance, with offers in Argentina and abroad. According to the published information, the proceeds would be used to refinance debt and invest.
Read the flashBloomberg LíneaColombia's DIAN has a deadline to access tax benefits that, according to the published information, could mean savings of up to 85% on payments for those who meet the requirements. The outlet warns that the deadline is approaching and that the relief applies only to those who meet the established conditions.
Read the flashValora AnalitikGerman multinational Mann+Hummel is expanding its operation in Cartagena with the aim of growing in Latin America. Thomas Fischer, chairman of the company, said the intention is to quadruple the current inventory.
Read the flashPortafolioThe Rice Council prioritized a government plan to organize rice planting and protect producers. The agreed measures include zoning of planting areas, fighting smuggling, creating a price mechanism and expanding protection for producers.
Read the flashLa RepúblicaColombia's Economic Commissions are moving through the penultimate day of debate on the Budget. If no agreement is reached between today and tomorrow, the bill that already cleared its first debate would be approved by decree.
Read the flashLa RepúblicaThe Senate plenary is debating Colombia's 2027 budget on its penultimate day of discussion. If the Economic Commissions fail to reach an agreement between today and tomorrow, the bill that already cleared its first debate would be approved by decree, according to La República.
Read the flashLa RepúblicaAn academic estimate calculates that a 38.5% increase in the 2027 minimum wage would widen the fiscal deficit by COP 11 trillion, equivalent to an additional 0.55 percentage points of GDP, compared with the 9.4% projection for that year, according to Portafolio.
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