Colombia's Largest Business Deal in 2025 Was the Sale of Banistmo for US$1.418 Million
The mergers and acquisitions market, known as M&A, in Colombia lost momentum in 2025. According to the annual report by Aon, prepared in cola...
TL;DR
- Colombia's M&A market saw a 7% drop in transaction volume and an 18% fall in value in 2025.
- Specialized industry software led activity with 35 transactions, followed by banking and investment with 26.
- Renewable energies experienced a significant surge with 25 transactions, a 127% increase from the previous year.
- Investors were more selective in 2025, prioritizing financial fundamentals and risk management.
- The most outstanding transaction was the sale of Banistmo S.A. for approximately US$1,418 million.
- The United States was the main investor in Colombia by number of acquisitions (61 transactions).
- Colombian companies' cross-border focus was mainly on Mexico, with 12 transactions.