Digital Payments: Visa’s Bridge partnership lets Colombian customers spend stablecoins while merchants receive pesos, adding to a fast-growing card market. Agriculture: Colombia exported 88,194 tonnes of Hass avocados worth more than US$168 million in the first half of 2026; shipments to the U.S. fell 85%, while European demand climbed. Public Finance: A funding shortfall topping COP5 trillion includes COP1.7 trillion needed to settle electricity debts by year-end. Telecoms: Millicom has folded Movistar into Tigo and plans to invest about US$2.6 billion over four years, reshaping competition across mobile, internet and TV. Textiles: Arturo Calle told lawmakers counterfeit goods and foreign e-commerce competition have led to 1,200 production-plant job cuts, with nearly 2,000 positions eliminated or at risk. Regional Power: Colombia has resumed electricity exports to drought-hit Ecuador, where industry faces possible power cuts of up to 72 hours a week.
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Energy: Colombia has resumed electricity exports to Ecuador as drought strains its hydropower system. At home, the government faces a 1.7 trillion-peso gap to settle power-sector debts, adding pressure to an already stretched sector. Telecommunications: Movistar has been rebranded as Tigo after Millicom’s takeover of Colombia Telecomunicaciones. The company plans to invest about US$2.6 billion over four years, as customers await details on any changes to service and pricing. Agriculture: Hass avocado exports reached 88,194 tonnes worth more than US$168 million in the first half of 2026. Europe led demand, while shipments to the United States plunged 85%. Textiles: Arturo Calle warned lawmakers that counterfeit goods and foreign online platforms are hurting local manufacturers; nearly 2,000 jobs at his company have been cut or are under review.
Energy Trade: Colombia has resumed electricity exports to drought-hit Ecuador, easing pressure on its hydropower system. The cross-border link can cover about 10% of Ecuador’s peak demand, even as Colombia weighs its own supply risks. Auto Industry: Changan’s NEVO Q05 has launched in Colombia and Uruguay, with Ecuador, Chile and Peru next in the company’s Latin American rollout. Tourism: Medellín drew 1.2 million foreign visitors in 2025, generating an estimated US$1.55 billion in economic activity; officials are promoting creative districts and nature tourism beyond the city’s best-known stops. Food Costs: Colombian beef prices rose 14.22% year over year in September as production and domestic supply fell, adding pressure on households and restaurants. Agricultural Exports: About 80% of Colombia’s Hass avocados bound for Europe enter through Algeciras and Rotterdam, leaving exporters reliant on two major port gateways.
Agri-food: Camposol is taking a stake in Mexican avocado grower Jaliscavo, adding another supply source alongside its operations in Colombia and Peru and strengthening its year-round offer to North American buyers. Digital Trade: Mercado Libre has chosen J.P. Morgan Payments to support U.S. sellers expanding into Colombia and other Latin American markets, with tools for onboarding and cross-border payments. Logistics: Puerto Antioquia has launched a weekly maritime service linking Colombia with Asia, opening a new route for exporters. Energy: Colombia’s government warns the country could face an energy shortfall by April 2027, raising concerns for industry and power-intensive businesses. Manufacturing: Colombia is in talks with Mazda about resuming vehicle assembly, which could bring production back after a 12-year pause. Mining: Mineros reported third-quarter gold output of 62,565 ounces and raised its full-year production guidance.
Industrial Trade: Brazilian machinery makers held 190 buyer meetings at Bogotá’s FIB 2026, up 144% from 2024, with US$2.35 million in projected business. Energy Supply: Colombia’s government warns the country could run short of electricity by April 2027, raising concerns for industry and households. Agribusiness: Camposol is investing in Mexican avocado grower Jaliscavo to diversify supply and complement its own production in Colombia and Peru. Retail Technology: Uruguay’s Scanntech raised US$180 million to expand its analytics and AI platform across Latin America, including Colombia. Coffee: Colombia’s 2025/26 coffee output fell 15% to 12.65 million bags, a setback for a major export sector.
Retail Analytics: Scanntech raised $180 million to expand its AI and analytics platform across Latin America, including Colombia, where it tracks retail sales data. Agribusiness: Colombia’s exotic-fruit exports rose 12.5% to $49.1 million in January–August, though gulupa made up nearly 93% of the total. Consumer Brands: Colombian coffee brand ¡Dios Mío! is entering Costco stores in Texas, Florida and the Northeast with an exclusive large-format blend. Manufacturing: Colombia has opened talks with Mazda about restarting vehicle assembly after a 12-year absence. Energy: Industry groups put unconventional gas potential at about 97 times proven reserves, as the government warns the country could face energy shortages by April 2027. Fashion: Agua Bendita is targeting 15% annual growth, expanding in the U.S. and Europe and opening a premium flagship in Cartagena.
Power Supply: Colombia’s government warns the country could face electricity shortfalls from April 2027 as El Niño strains reservoirs and new generation projects lag. It says shortages are a risk, not a certainty. Agricultural Exports: Exotic-fruit exports rose 12.5% to US$49.1 million in January–August, led by gulupa, which made up nearly 93% of sales. Mining: Copper Giant expanded the estimated resource at its Mocoa project by 50% and plans to file a preliminary economic assessment in the fourth quarter. Manufacturing and Logistics: Colombia is discussing a possible return of Mazda vehicle assembly, while Puerto Antioquia has launched a weekly maritime route linking the country with Asia. Coffee: Colombia’s 2025/26 coffee production fell 15% to 12.65 million bags.
Mining: Global copper demand is forecast to rise 50% by 2040, while mined supply may peak around 2030. In Colombia, Orosur says its Pepas work plan is complete and consultation with the mining authority is next; drilling at El Cedro continues. Trade: Colombia and Israel have restored their free-trade agreement, reopening a path for stronger trade and agricultural ties. Climate Readiness: A new roadmap helps 32 Colombian capital cities prepare for El Niño, with measures covering water, fires, food security and essential services. Oil & Logistics: High tanker costs are weighing on heavy crude prices across the Americas, including Colombia’s Vasconia grade. Manufacturing: Colombia is in talks with Mazda about restarting vehicle assembly after a 12-year absence. Agriculture: Coffee output fell 15% in 2025/26 to 12.65 million bags, adding pressure to a key export sector.
Trade & Logistics: Puerto Antioquia has launched a weekly CMA CGM service linking Colombia with Asian ports, adding a direct shipping option with transit times of about 34–36 days. Economic Outlook: The IMF projects 2.2% growth in 2026 and 2.3% in 2027, below the regional average. Manufacturing & Energy: Colombia is discussing a possible return of Mazda assembly, while industry groups estimate unconventional gas potential at about 97 times proven reserves. Mining: Mineros reported third-quarter gold output of 62,565 ounces and raised its full-year production guidance to 235,000–245,000 ounces. Agriculture: Coffee production fell 15% to 12.65 million bags in 2025/26, as El Niño adds pressure to food security and farming.</final>
Mining: Mineros produced 62,565 ounces of gold in Q3, up 14% year over year, and raised its 2026 production forecast to 235,000–245,000 ounces. Trade: President Donald Trump said he might lift 12.5% tariffs on some Colombian exports, including flowers, apparel and food, but offered no firm commitment. Manufacturing: Colombia has opened talks with Mazda on restarting vehicle assembly and involving local parts suppliers, 12 years after production ended in Bogotá. Energy: Industry groups say unconventional reservoirs may hold resources equivalent to 97 times the country’s proven gas reserves; drilling is needed to determine what can be recovered. Agriculture: Coffee output fell 15% in the 2025/26 season to 12.65 million bags, as adverse weather and lower yields weighed on production. Economy: Annual inflation rose to 6.29% in September, with services driving much of the monthly increase.
Energy and Mining: Billionaire Jaime Gilinski is poised to take control of GeoPark after swapping a Venezuelan oil-field contract for shares initially valued at $515 million. Azerbaijan’s AzerGold is also exploring mining investments and joint projects in Colombia. Agriculture: Colombia’s 2025/26 coffee production fell 15% to 12.65 million bags. The country has also declared the start of El Niño and warned of strong impacts, while seeking Israeli irrigation technology for La Guajira. Manufacturing: Renault sees Colombia’s free-trade agreement as an opportunity to export vehicles from its South Korean plant. Separately, Colombia is discussing a possible return to vehicle assembly with Mazda. Infrastructure and Power: A dispute between the Bogotá metro consortium and its project supervisor raises fresh questions about project delivery. Colombia has also ended electricity transfers to Ecuador.
Mining Investment: Azerbaijan’s state-owned AzerGold is exploring Colombian mining projects and investment partnerships after talks with Colombia’s ambassador. Auto Manufacturing: The government held working talks with Mazda on a possible return to vehicle assembly, but any plant depends on feasibility studies and Mazda’s decision. Coffee: Production fell 15% in 2025/26 to 12.65 million bags, a setback for a major export industry. Trade & Logistics: Emirates SkyCargo added seven weekly freighter flights across South America, including one extra service to Bogotá, expanding cargo capacity. Energy & Agriculture: Colombia suspended electricity exports to Ecuador over domestic supply concerns and has declared El Niño, warning of strong impacts. Business Services: Bogotá-based Sonorizamos will distribute Wharfedale Pro’s professional audio equipment in Colombia.
Auto Manufacturing: Colombia held follow-up talks with Mazda on a possible return to local vehicle assembly, including a plant and opportunities for domestic suppliers. Any investment depends on Mazda’s feasibility studies and internal plans. Air Freight: Emirates SkyCargo added seven weekly freighter flights across Argentina, Brazil, Colombia and Ecuador, including one extra weekly service to Bogotá, expanding export capacity. Coffee: Colombia’s 2025–26 coffee output fell 15% to 12.65 million bags, a setback for a major export industry. Energy and Agriculture: Colombia has officially declared El Niño and warned of strong impacts; it also halted electricity exports to Ecuador over shortage risks. Automotive Competition: Chinese brands are gaining ground across Latin America, with BYD leading electric-car sales in Colombia and several neighboring markets.
Regional Logistics: Panama declared an emergency after two powerful earthquakes damaged buildings and roads, but the Panama Canal continued operating normally, limiting disruption to a vital shipping route. Coffee: Colombia’s 2025/26 coffee production fell 15% to 12.65 million bags, a setback for one of the country’s key export industries. Energy and Climate: Colombia suspended electricity exports to Ecuador over domestic shortage risks as IDEAM confirmed El Niño’s arrival, raising concerns for power supply and agriculture. Infrastructure: A dispute has emerged between the Bogotá Metro construction consortium and its project supervisor, putting scrutiny on delivery of the city’s flagship transport project. Agriculture: Colombia is seeking Israeli irrigation technology to support farming in La Guajira, where water scarcity constrains production.
Regional Logistics: A powerful earthquake damaged roads and buildings in Panama and injured at least 27 people, but shipping through the Panama Canal continued uninterrupted. Agriculture: Colombia’s 2025/26 coffee harvest fell 15% to 12.65 million bags, while authorities have confirmed El Niño and warned of strong impacts. Bogotá is seeking Israeli irrigation expertise for drought-prone La Guajira to improve water management and farm productivity. Energy: Colombia suspended electricity exports to Ecuador over domestic supply risks, adding pressure as El Niño approaches. Infrastructure: Bogotá’s Metro Line 1 is 83.73% complete, but a dispute with its project supervisor has generated claims exceeding 25.2 billion pesos. Oil and Gas: Gran Tierra shareholders approved the sale of the company’s Colombian and Ecuadorian businesses.
Coffee: Colombia produced 12.65 million bags in the 2025/26 coffee year, down 15% from the previous cycle. Exports fell 12%, despite a September rebound. Infrastructure: Bogotá’s Metro Line 1 is 83.73% complete, but a dispute with its project supervisor has led to claims of more than 25.2 billion pesos over added costs. Agriculture: Colombia is seeking Israeli irrigation and water-management expertise for drought-prone La Guajira, with plans also covering dairy and poultry farming. Regional Logistics: Panama’s 7.7-magnitude earthquake damaged roads and buildings and cut power in six provinces, but the Panama Canal remained open and ship traffic continued.
Regional Logistics: A 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Panama, with shaking felt in Colombia. Flights were disrupted, but the Panama Canal remained open to shipping. Energy Investment: Gran Tierra shareholders approved the US$1.33 billion sale of its Colombian and Ecuadorian businesses to Maurel & Prom; the company expects to be debt-free after closing. Coffee: Colombia’s 2025/26 crop fell 15% to 12.65 million bags, while exports dropped 12%, despite a September production rebound. Power and Climate: Colombia officially declared El Niño and suspended electricity exports to Ecuador amid shortage concerns, raising fresh risks for energy supply and agriculture. Manufacturing: The government is in exploratory talks with Mazda about restarting vehicle assembly in Colombia, which could create jobs and opportunities for local suppliers; Mazda has made no commitment.
Oil Production: Parex Resources reported third-quarter output of 83,259 barrels of oil equivalent per day, reaffirmed its 2026 guidance and expects a November boost from its Ecopetrol partnership in the Magdalena region. Energy & Climate: IDEAM confirmed a strong to very strong El Niño through the first half of 2027, warning of drier conditions, water shortages and fire risks. Colombia has also suspended electricity exports to Ecuador over domestic supply concerns. Textile Manufacturing: Trützschler expanded its service network in Colombia, Peru and Ecuador, bringing local technical support to spinning and nonwovens producers.
Energy: Parex reported preliminary Q3 production of 83,259 barrels of oil equivalent per day and expects its Ecopetrol partnership to add about 7,000 barrels a day in November. Colombia has also suspended electricity exports to Ecuador over domestic supply concerns. Manufacturing: Trützschler has expanded local card-clothing services for textile and nonwovens producers in Colombia, Peru and Ecuador, aiming to cut response times and support mill productivity. Trade & Logistics: Emirates SkyCargo reported an 18% year-on-year increase in Colombian export volumes, as it added Bogotá freighter capacity. Agribusiness: Colombia has secured approval to export beef and pork to the Philippines, opening a new Asia-Pacific market. Digital Payments: dLocal will enable local-currency card payments for LinkedIn members in Colombia and three other Latin American markets.
Digital Payments: dLocal will enable local-currency card payments for LinkedIn users in Colombia and three other Latin American markets, helping reduce checkout friction for global platforms. Climate and Industry: El Niño could hit Colombian farm output, work hours, electricity bills and food prices, with the climate agency warning the event may remain active into early 2027. Energy Security: Colombia has suspended power exports to Ecuador amid shortage risks, while the government’s backing for revived fracking plans in the Magdalena River wetlands is sharpening debate over the country’s energy future. Agricultural Trade: Colombia won approval to export beef and pork to the Philippines, opening a new Asia-Pacific market as the Hass avocado sector pushes to raise productivity. Environmental Enforcement: An Interpol operation across nine countries led to 233 arrests and investigations into illegal mining, logging and wildlife trafficking, including cases linked to large-scale deforestation in Colombia.
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