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April 24, 2026
Sale of Movistar shares in Colombia would generate more than $856 billion for the National Treasury
Journalist Portafolio 04/24/2026 06:47 Updated: 04/24/2026 06:47
TL;DR
- The Comptroller General's Office is monitoring the sale of 32.5% of Colombia Telecomunicaciones S.A. E.S.P. BIC shares.
- The sale involves public funds estimated at at least $856 billion.
- The focus is on the efficient use of these resources for economic and social impact, particularly in connectivity and digital transformation.
- Millicom Colombia Holding S.A.S. is the interested party in the acquisition.
- The Comptroller emphasizes transparency, public asset defense, and service continuity.
- Adequate valuation of shares, with a reference price of $772.38 per share, is crucial.
- The Ministry of Finance plans to use the funds for strategic investments, especially to close the digital divide.
- Limitations in the digital sector include infrastructure and digital skills, which represent 34.7% of the total gap.
- Public resource allocation should prioritize digital human capital and technological appropriation for sustainable impact.