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Colombia’s IMF Renegotiation Debate

Colombian President Gustavo Petro is actively seeking to renegotiate the terms of the nation's loan agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF). He seeks a...

Colombia Emerges as Leader in LatAm M&A Amid Regional Slowdown

In early 2024, Colombia was Latin America's only major market to experience growth in capital for mergers and acquisitions (M&A). This occurred amidst a general slowdown in the region's M&A activity. Marcela Chacón Sierra, the institutional...

How to Improve Colombia’s Pension System, One of the Worst Globally

In Colombia, a crucial debate is underway about overhauling the nation's pension system, which ranks 41st out of 44 globally in terms of efficiency. This...

Colombia Faces Stubbornly High Inflation Despite Efforts

In 2023, Colombia's inflation rate has remained well above the central bank's target of...

Petro’s Diplomatic Balancing Act in Venezuelan Politics

Recent interactions between Colombian President Gustavo Petro and key Venezuelan opposition figures have ignited discussions within Venezuelan opposition circles. Petro's...

Citigroup Analysts Doubt Success of Colombia’s Pension Reform

Citigroup strategists question President Gustavo Petro's pension reform in Colombia. They believe the plan, aiming for a multi-pillar system, might not pass or will be...

Petro Challenges Congress After Key Reform Fails

Gustavo Petro, inspired by Pedro Castillo's rise to power in Peru, faced his own challenges when attempting to pass...

Colombian Health Reform Falters in Senate

Yesterday, a pivotal moment unfolded as the Colombian Senate's committee did not pass a health reform proposed by President...

Job Crisis Hits Colombia’s Construction Sector

Colombia faces a construction sector crisis, losing 50,000 jobs from February 2023 to 2024,...

Colombia Expels Argentine Envoys After Harsh Critique

Colombia decided to expel Argentine diplomats after Argentine President Javier Milei's harsh words about Colombia's...

Colombia’s Unemployment Rate Climbs to 11.7% in Early 2024

As reported by DANE, Colombia's joblessness rate reached 11.7% in February 2024, a minor rise from 11.4% the year...