Latest articles from Colombia

Bancolombia outperforms rivals

July 4, 2022

The Colombian banking sector outperformed analysts' expectations in 2021, with improved profitability and higher Tier 1 capital. 

Pandemic slows post-peace deal FDI flurry in Colombia

November 16, 2021

Financial services and fintech investment had picked up following a 2016 pact with left-wing rebel group Farc.

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Banco de Bogotá takes Colombian performance prize

September 1, 2021

Banco de Bogotá outperformed its peers and has grown at a faster rate than the leader, Bancolombia.

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Infrastructure investors eye flexible debt terms in Latam

July 8, 2021

Demand for more flexible borrowing terms is putting pressure on international and local banks to be more accommodating in order to remain competitive.

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Colombia’s financial services industry thrives despite domestic tumult

November 18, 2020

South American country has seen rise in interest from foreign lenders amid a challenging environment.

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Colombia's banks grapple with Covid-19 challenge

June 25, 2020

Lockdown has encouraged more Colombians to join the formal banking system.

Colombia rides a tide of foreign investment

February 28, 2020

An expanding economy and state-sponsored reforms add up to a booming investment climate for Colombia. 

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Colombia eyes a sustainable and digital future

February 24, 2020

Colombia’s financial sector is seeking to prolong its upward growth curve through a combination of sustainability financing and digital products.

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Colombia looks to get infrastructure projects back on track

July 2, 2019

Jolted by the Odebrecht scandal, investment into Colombia all but dried up after 2016. Now, however, the country is looking to bounce back.

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Why orange is the new black for Colombian banks

July 2, 2019

Forget staying in the black, Colombian banks are looking to the president's orange economy to help boost their fortunes. 

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