Economy

Surprising change in the dollar price at today's closing on February 19, 2026: how it was quoted

The price of the dollar in Colombia opened this February 19, 2026, at 6,694,900 pesos.

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Here we present key data on international oil companies in Venezuela, a country with vast oil reserves but a deteriorated energy infrastructure. By Reuters In the 2000s, then-President Hugo Chávez expropriated assets from several foreign oil companies, strengthening state-owned PDVSA's control over the country's oil fields. Following President Nicolás Maduro's capture in January, the United States eased sanctions on Venezuela's energy sector this month, issuing general licenses allowing global energy companies to operate oil and gas projects in the OPEC member country. [...]

In 2025, microcredit disbursements reached $17.8 trillion, with 16.7% growth, the highest since 2022

Portafolio Journalist 19.02.2026 13:58 Updated: 19.02.2026 15:02

Colombia Mayor will have a double cycle: Prosperidad Social announces payment changes

This Thursday, February 19, the Department for Social Prosperity announced the modification of the cash transfer schedule to adjust it to the start of the operating contract that guarantees the distribution of this year's resources.

'Clash of trains': how the fractured relationship between guilds and the government impacts the economy

Businessmen have stopped discussing and supporting key reforms, necessary for the Government. Photo: Courtesy: Andesco

Mass layoffs: when is it legal for companies in Colombia to do them?

Portafolio Journalist 02.19.2026 12:44 Updated: 02.19.2026 12:54

The IMF assures that they can initiate contacts with Venezuela if Caracas requires it

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) indicated this Thursday that it is in a process of 'gathering information' to see how best to restart contacts with Venezuelan authorities, but recalled that new relations must come at the request of Caracas. In a press conference, the Fund's spokesperson, Julie Kozack, assured [...]

Corficolombiana agrees to acquire 51% of Sencia, the firm that will renew the El Campín stadium

El Campín stadium renewal project. Photo:

This is why you can't miss your building's owner assembly this year

Portafolio Journalist 02/19/2026 12:12 Updated: 02/19/2026 15:11

ABC for buying a home: Mabel Quintero's guide to deciding amid high rates and regulatory changes

Mabel Quintero, CEO of Finconsciente Photo: Courtesy

Japan's Embassy Seeks to Encourage More Colombians to Leverage the Asian Country's Advantages

Portafolio Journalist 02.19.2026 11:54 Updated: 02.19.2026 15:34

More and more companies are investing in retraining their talent due to technological changes and new market demands

These trainings translate into loyalty and productivity improvements. Photo: Image generated with artificial intelligence.