Ramírez-Rodríguez, Carolina

Retail sales increased and surpassed the national average, driven by new hybrid and electric vehicle models marketed under favorable financing conditions. Tourism increased due to regional events, boosting spending on food and beverages, although hotel occupancy showed little change.

Rainfall during previous periods affected the coffee harvest and delayed the production cycles of other crops, reducing agricultural supply. The volume of milled and exported coffee declined due to unfavorable weather conditions. Together with the adjustment in international prices, this…

Manufacturing production slowed, although it remained above the national average. Slower growth was observed in most manufacturing divisions. However, manufacturing of transport equipment stood out due to stronger external and domestic demand for vehicles, the latter also boosting commerce in…

Trade recorded six consecutive quarters of double-digit growth, driven by dynamic disposable income supported by remittances, increased credit, and low unemployment rates. This performance was accompanied by improved inventory levels and commercial strategies that boosted spending on durable and…

Oil production in the southeast region fell due to field depletion in Casanare and operational disruptions. The Castilla field in Meta partially offset this result, with higher production driven by new investments, technical improvements, and the opening of new wells. Internationally, lower…

Retail sales increased, driven by improved economic expectations and households’ favorable perception of the economic situation. These results were associated with higher incomes and lower unemployment, which boosted imports of durable consumer goods. Higher debt levels also boosted trade…

Trade continued to show positive results, associated with the growth of household consumption, particularly vehicles, motorcycles, food, beverages, and cultural goods. This performance occurred within the context of improving consumer confidence and dynamic recreational and entertainment…

Agricultural and livestock production increased due to the greater supply of perishable foods, as well as to animal slaughter. In contrast, the harvest of rice and coffee declined due to adverse weather conditions in previous periods, although the value of coffee exports grew.

Oil production in the southeast region declined due to lower activity in major fields and operational interruptions within the context of hydrocarbon oversupply and weak demand, which put downward pressure on prices. Even so, the Castilla field showed progress thanks to new technologies, data…

Industrial production declined due to the closure of facilities in the paper sector and the lower manufacturing of metal products, food and beverages, and textiles, which reduced the import of intermediate goods. In addition, the lower dynamism of retail trade, associated with moderate household…

Antioquia’s manufacturing sector grew, exceeding the increase of the national aggregate despite its slower pace. Domestic demand, new orders, and logistical improvements supported this performance. Most industrial branches expanded, although more slowly in the previous quarter, except for…

Agricultural production increased due to favorable weather conditions and a favorable base effect, which explained the progress in the harvest of oil palm fruit, rice, fruits, and vegetables. In livestock activity, pig and cattle slaughter stood out amid stronger domestic consumption.

Commercial activity maintained a favorable performance driven by household spending on new vehicles and motorcycles as well as on cultural and entertainment goods in an environment of improved consumer confidence, lower unemployment, increased remittances, and a greater number of events and…

Real retail sales grew in the region and surpassed the national average, although they slowed down. Higher income, the appreciation of the Colombian peso, and improved credit conditions boosted the consumption of durable goods. Sales of food and beverages led this positive performance, followed…

The increase in the number of employed people and the constant flow of remittances strengthened households’ disposable income, supporting more dynamic private consumption, particularly in domestic trade, vehicle purchases, and the demand for accommodation services and durable goods.

Real retail sales grew in the region, surpassing the national average. This performance was driven by higher household income, improved business and consumer confidence, and favorable credit conditions. The automotive sector led the gains, driven by sales of hybrid and electric vehicles, while…

Industrial output in Caldas, Risaralda, and Tolima increased, driven by a positive performance in food and beverage output. In Risaralda, textile and apparel clusters also stood out, along with other manufacturing activities, the latter driven by higher motorcycle assembly, in line with rising…

Retail trade in Antioquia grew above the national average, driven by higher consumer confidence, improved household financial conditions, increased remittances and tourism inflows, and commercial strategies. Most segments increased, with durable goods such as vehicles and motorcycles standing…

Commercial activity continued to grow during the third quarter, with notable increases in sales in Santander led by vehicles, technological equipment, and cultural and entertainment products. The rebound was driven by improved inventories, incentives, and greater consumer confidence, reinforcing…

Domestic consumption increased, supported by a greater flow of remittances and access to credit, which stimulated purchases of durable goods, particularly motorcycles and technological equipment. This performance emerged within the context of declining unemployment and improved consumer…