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November 28, 2024
The country benefits from strategic location and high productivity, enabling exponential growth of this crop over recent decades. As the world's fourth-largest producer and the leading producer in the Americas, Colombia's potential paves the way for consolidation in new markets.
November 22, 2024
Poverty in LATAM represents a complex and diverse challenge. On average, monetary poverty affects 37% of the population in Argentina, Colombia, Mexico, and Peru. A Multidimensional Poverty Index constructed for these countries identifies key deprivations linked to health coverage, economic dependency, and education.
November 22, 2024
Colombia's GDP grew 2.0% year-on-year in Q3 2024, driven by investment in civil works and machinery, though with moderate private consumption and a decline in public consumption. Growth is projected at 2.0% for 2024, with gradual acceleration in 2025, led by investment and goods consumption.
November 20, 2024
Tourism in Colombia hit historic highs in 2023, marked by significant growth in international visitors, revenues, and employment. A diversified offer and domestic tourism drive the sector, yet challenges in infrastructure and sustainability demand focus to unlock its full potential.
November 19, 2024
Colombia's economy advanced in Q3 2024, with investment outpacing GDP and service exports reaching record highs. Private consumption showed a mixed dynamic, while public consumption detracted from growth. The GDP growth projection for 2024 remains at 2.0%.
November 15, 2024
Consumption in Colombia mirrors demographic and geographic shifts. With smaller households, an aging population, and healthier choices, spending on health and fresh foods rises, while intermediate cities gain economic importance. However, low savings limit future consumption potential.
November 15, 2024
Sectoral focus is crucial for Colombia's economic recovery, but this requires investment. In Colombia and globally, financing is largely reliant on own resources and bank loans, overlooking the potential of capital markets to fuel sectoral growth.
November 9, 2024
In October, monthly inflation was -0.13% and annual inflation was 5.41%, below market analysts' expectations, according to Banco de la República's survey (0.17%). With this, the result is 40 bps below the previous month's figure.
November 8, 2024
This week, BBVA Research published an analysis of private consumption in Colombia, covering topics from the impact of the pandemic to demographic trends shaping household spending. The report confirms that private consumption remains a fundamental pillar of the Colombian economy, with one of the highest GDP shares globally.
November 6, 2024
This study provides an overview of consumption patterns in Colombia, analyzing how purchasing power and demographic shifts influence household decisions. It also explores changes in the consumer basket and the impact of digital trends on Colombians' preferences.
November 1, 2024
The Board of Banrep reduced its monetary policy rate by 50 bps, bringing it to 9.75%. This decision was split, with 4 members in favor of the 50 bp reduction and three members voting for a larger reduction of 75 bp. The balance reached at the last meeting remain unchanged.
October 31, 2024
The national unemployment rate in September was 9.1%, similar to the 9.3% reported a year ago. Seasonally adjusted, the unemployment rate was below its average level in the first half of the year, which stood at 10.5%. By September, the labor market displayed reduced dynamism, with a slowdown in job creation.
