Economy

Invima had alerted about the sale of counterfeit yellow aguardiente with Yeison Jiménez's image

Industria Licorera de Caldas announced a special edition in tribute to Yeison Jiménez, which will be released soon. Photo: Private Archive

2026 World Cup: The $1 million 'goal' Colombian fans could receive due to lack of financial planning

Three countries will host the next World Cup. Photo: Courtesy FIFA - A.P.I.

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Economic sanctions against Venezuela were primarily driven by the United States from 2015 and intensified between 2017 and 2019, with measures that blocked the state's access to financial markets, restricted debt, and targeted the heart of the economy: oil. This week, interim president Delcy Rodríguez reiterated the call for a 'pilgrimage' against sanctions that will tour the country from April 19 to May 1, when it will arrive in Caracas, an initiative that joins other calls from Chavismo to demand the lifting of these measures.

Interest rate of the Bank of the Republic is expected to reach 12% this year and maintain a restrictive cycle

Leonardo Villar, manager of the Bank of the Republic. Photo: Courtesy - A.P.I.

Colombian Economy to Grow More Than Latin America in 2026, Despite Fiscal Risks and Recent Weakness

Colombia will face major economic challenges in 2026. Photo: Image generated with artificial intelligence.

Analysis

For the market, it is necessary not to continue squeezing the debt market. Photo: Image generated with artificial intelligence.

Colombian peso, the most valued emerging currency in the last year

The dollar maintains a bearish trend that has been consolidating since November 2024, when it reached a maximum of $4,409, in a context marked by...

Economic stability and peace mark the path of development in Nicaragua

The economic stability and climate of peace in Nicaragua have allowed for strengthening growth, reducing poverty, and continuing to consolidate the social programs carried out by the Government of Reconciliation and National Unity.

Masaya's Creative Circuit, a Live Experience of Handicrafts and Popular Art

With a cultural presentation featuring the traditional marimba dance, Nicaragua's folklore cradle, Masaya, launched the Creative Circuit of Handicrafts and Popular Art this Friday, April 17.

Call for Entries Launched for the National Craftsmanship Contest of Our Peoples

From the city of Masaya, during Creative April! Long Live Peace!, the call for entries for the National Craftsmanship Contest of Our Peoples was held this Friday.

Corn Production in Apante 2025/2026

According to monitoring by the Ministry of Agriculture (MAG), corn production for the apante season 2025/2026 is reported at 626,400 quintals.

Colombia's Arguments for Escalating Trade War with Ecuador and Raising Tariffs to 75%

Business leaders are asking for this conflict to end, thinking about the economy. Photo: Image generated with artificial intelligence.