AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoEnergy & Climate: Colombia’s diesel and gasoline subsidy phaseout is intended to reduce public spending and support cleaner energy, but its social effects remain contested. Cities are also preparing for El Niño risks to water, infrastructure and food supplies. Trade & Payments: Puerto Antioquia has launched a weekly maritime route connecting Colombia with Asia, while MTS added QR-code payments in Colombia and Argentina. Economic Outlook: The IMF expects Colombia’s growth to trail the Latin American average. September inflation reached 6.29%, driven by services, and the peso fell 2.9% as the dollar strengthened and the central bank surprised with a rate hike. Industry & Jobs: Coffee output dropped 15% to 12.65 million bags in 2025/26. Talks with Mazda could bring vehicle assembly back after 12 years, while 53.5% of young people reportedly struggle to find a first job for lack of experience. Two-thirds of Colombian software firms use AI. Oil & Mining: High tanker costs are weighing on Colombian heavy-crude prices; Mineros raised its 2026 gold-production guidance after strong third-quarter output.
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