Economy

Gasoline, cell phones, corn, and medicines led Colombia's imports in 2025 with over US$8.194 million

Colombia's five most imported goods totaled US$8.194 million in 2025. Photo: iStock

Is Cemex leaving Colombia? The cement company divests $555 million in a deal with Holcim and other firms

Portafolio Journalist 03/12/2026 07:56 Updated: 03/12/2026 08:13

Oil price again exceeds 100 dollars due to Middle East war

Iran launched a new wave of attacks on the oil infrastructure of Gulf countries this Thursday. Photo: iStock

Infivalle maintained the maximum AAA rating in investment grade for the eighth consecutive year

Giovanny Ramírez Cabrera Manager of Infivalle. Photo: Private Archive

New Iranian Supreme Leader Threatens to Keep Hormuz Closed; Oil Surpasses $100

Iran's new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, stated that his country must maintain the closure of the strategic Strait of Hormuz to pressure its adversaries amidst the war in the Middle East...

TEON chooses Madrid as its operations center to promote "environmental capitalism"

The international environmental diplomacy institution TEON appointed Spanish jurist Daniel del Valle as executive director and proposed Madrid as its main operations center in Europe to promote a cooperation model based on environmental and cultural capitalism.

Nicaragua Prepares to Receive Holy Week in Peace and Tranquility

Nicaragua Prepares to Receive Holy Week in Peace and Tranquility

Seafood Exports Reach 338 Million Dollars

The fishing sector contributes significantly to the nation's economic growth, enabling the supply of the domestic market and exports to other countries.

Interview with Comrade Edward Jackson, Executive President of INPESCA

Seafood is important in our gastronomy, and during Lent it is fundamental, especially for this season. Today we will talk with the Executive President of INPESCA, Edward Jackson.

Nicaraguan commercial ports move over 132,000 metric tons

Puerto Corinto continues to be the busiest port, receiving 11 ships during the mentioned week, including 5 container ships, 2 bulk carriers, 3 tankers, and 1 Ro-Ro.

Potato Production to Reach 149,000 Quintals in March

The potato crop is a strategic item for the Food Security of Nicaraguan Families, due to its high nutritional value and sustained demand in domestic markets.

Holcim signed an agreement with Cemex Colombia to acquire construction materials operations in the country

The acquisition will complement Holcim's existing operations in Colombia. Photo: Private Archive