Economy

Bancolombia says the impact of the minimum wage hike has not yet been reflected in inflation

Portafolio Journalist 07.02.2026 09:59 Updated: 07.02.2026 11:10

Security guard salaries are set for 2026: here's how it will impact administration fees

The Superintendencia de Vigilancia y Seguridad Privada has formalized the new tariff scheme that will apply during 2026, establishing a staggered increase that promises to shake up the budgets of residential complexes, companies, and industrial sectors in Colombia.

Million-dollar investment announced to improve connectivity in Eastern Antioquia: these are the prioritized roads

The Governorate of Antioquia announced an investment of $373 billion for the execution of several strategic road works aimed at strengthening the connection between Eastern Antioquia and the Aburrá Valley. The announcement was made in the municipality of Rionegro by Governor Andrés Julián Rendón, accompanied by the mayor of Rionegro, Jorge Rivas, and the mayor of La Ceja, María Ilbed Santa.

Cartagena Chamber of Commerce projects its strategy for 2026

2025 marked a turning point for the Chamber of Commerce of Cartagena (CCC). It was the year in which it consolidated its regionalization strategy and reinforced its presence beyond the capital of Bolívar, with a clear commitment to bringing its services closer to the entire territory under its jurisdiction.

Oil Hydrocarbons Law: How has it evolved in Venezuela to the present day?

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Cuba begins closing hotels and relocating tourists due to fuel shortages

The tourism sector in Cuba, once considered the engine of the economy, confirmed its crisis in 2025 by closing with its worst record of international travelers (1.8 million) since 2002.

Colombian fashion ecosystem boosts the growth of 300 brands

By September 2025, Colombians' spending reached $765 trillion, according to Inexmoda, a context that has favored the emergence of business models connecting creativity, retail, and commercial expansion. One of the most representative cases is SBQ, an ecosystem that today supports more than 300 brands and is consolidating as a key driver of the fashion sector's growth in the country.

II Phase of Housing Program "Nuevas Victorias" Begins

The Government of Reconciliation and National Unity, with the cooperation of the People and Government of the People's Republic of China, begins construction.

Former Goodyear plant reactivates years after closure due to economic crisis in Venezuela

More than seven years after ceasing operations, the former Goodyear tire plant in Venezuela has resumed production at a time when authorities are promoting private investment to revive the nation's struggling industry. After Goodyear, headquartered in Ohio, USA, agreed to close on December 10, 2018, then-deposed President Nicolas Maduro deemed the halt in activities illegal, took control of the abandoned facilities, and began a process to restore production at the plant located in Los Guayos, Carabobo state.

Transportation increase drove January inflation in Medellín to one of the highest in the country

The cost of living in Medellín showed a significant rebound at the start of the year. There were concentrated pressures in some key spending divisions...

Heavy Rains Cause Multimillion-Euro Losses in the Spanish Region of Andalusia

Spain faces a series of storms with torrential rains and intense winds. Andalusia is the most affected region: the agricultural sector estimates losses that already exceed 3 billion euros.

Cuba Begins Closing Hotels and Relocating Tourists Amidst Fuel Shortages

Cuba has begun closing hotels and relocating tourists due to fuel shortages. The measure affects facilities in Varadero and the northern keys, while tourism continues its worst decline in over two decades.