Economy

Watch out for this data: due to these inconsistencies, the Dian could review companies and their operations

Unusual amounts and errors in information are the factors that trigger Dian controls. Photo: Image generated with artificial intelligence.

Colombia advances in sustainable development, but gaps and inequality between municipalities set the pace

Currently, the country adds municipalities in high levels of sustainability. Photo: iStock

Mass layoffs in free zones and "salary machete" worsen labor crisis in Nicaragua, says economist

More than 10,000 layoffs in free zones so far in 2026 and salary cuts of up to 10% for public employees paint a "tragic" labor scenario in Nicaragua, according to economist Enrique Sáenz, who warns that these measures are pushing thousands of workers into poverty and informality.

Spirit Airlines goes bankrupt and cancels flights: Nicaragua loses key route to the US

The low-cost airline Spirit Airlines ceased operations globally after a financial rescue failed, canceling all its flights from May 2, 2026. The measure directly impacts Nicaragua, which loses one of its main economic air connections to the United States, especially on the Managua-Fort Lauderdale route.

Avianca offers return for passengers affected by Spirit Airlines closure

The low-cost US airline Spirit Airlines announced this Saturday the cancellation of all its flights and the start of an "orderly shutdown of its operations", after the failure of a possible financial rescue by the White House.

How to Fix Debt in Colombia: Legal Options and Keys

How to fix debt in Colombia is one of the most frequent searches among households with limited income. In the country, those who earn less than a minimum wage have obligations that can reach up to 3.7 minimum wages, which increases the risk of default and judicial processes.

This is the Colombian beauty brand that is arriving in shopping centers in vending machines

The traditional model of shopping in physical stores is changing, and the beauty sector is no exception.

Who Responds to the Thousands of Passengers Affected by the Closure of Spirit Airlines?

Thousands of passengers in the United States faced an unexpected situation upon arriving at airports. Spirit Airlines, the eighth most important airline in the country, canceled all of its flights after announcing the definitive cessation of its operations due to insurmountable economic problems.

Bogotá launches seven free programs to strengthen the social economy

The Institute for Social Economy (IPES) announced that during May, the broadest training offer of the first half of 2026 will be launched in Bogotá: seven free programs aimed at informal vendors, market square merchants, and their families.

Spirit Airlines Announces Definitive Closure After Financial Rescue Failure

The low-cost American airline Spirit Airlines announced this Saturday that it has canceled all its flights and initiated an "orderly cessation of operations" after a potential financial rescue by the White House failed.

Spirit Airlines cancels flights: here's what could happen to your ticket from today

The immediate cancellation of all Spirit Airlines flights from May 2, 2026, leaves thousands of passengers in Colombia with a key question: what will happen to their tickets.

Venezuela Signs Its First Mining Agreement with the U.S. After Maduro's Capture

The administration of Delcy Rodríguez, under the tutelage of the United States, signed a Memorandum of Understanding between the Venezuelan Corporation of Mining (CVM) and the U.S. company Heeney Capital, which will be associated with the Swiss Mercuria Energy Group.