El consumo masivo sostiene al cemento mientras se enfrían los proyectos formales: Cementos Argos

TL;DR

The construction sector is facing challenges from decreased infrastructure spending, delayed tenders, and lower housing starts.
The mass market segment for cement, linked to self-construction and stable inflation, is showing signs of recovery since June.
Infrastructure projects require a long gestation period (around 36 months) and necessitate coordinated efforts between the government and institutions.
Regional construction activity is observed in cities like Cartagena, Antioquia, Medellín, Cali, Barranquilla, and Bogotá, although it doesn't fully offset the completion of larger projects.
Revitalizing housing programs like 'Mi Casa Ya' and fostering investor confidence are crucial for the sector's reactivation.
Exports, particularly to the United States, Puerto Rico, and Caribbean islands, remain a key part of Cementos Argos's strategy.
High gas prices and potential scarcity pose a significant challenge to the cement industry's cost structure and competitiveness.
Cementos Argos is investing in off-site modular construction solutions to industrialize the sector and improve efficiency.
The company continues to invest in Colombia, with recent projects including a $45 million silodomo in Cartagena and fleet upgrades for concrete distribution.

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