Colombia

Colombia's sovereign bonds at two, three, five and 10 years show some of the highest yields among emerging markets, according to market data as of May 12, 2026.

May 12, 2026 Reported by AI

Grupo Nutresa has surpassed 135 trillion pesos in market capitalization, displacing Ecopetrol as Colombia's most valuable listed company. The milestone came a day after reporting first-quarter results. Nutresa shares reached 304,000 pesos, up 1,034% since the first takeover bid in 2021.

The State Council suspended the transfer of 5 trillion pesos from pension fund administrators to Colpensiones. The government expressed deep concern over the impact on pension payments. President Gustavo Petro criticized the decision and announced legal action.

May 11, 2026 Reported by AI

The board of Grupo Mutua approved the acquisition of the remaining 55% stake in Seguros del Estado and Seguros de Vida del Estado, securing full ownership of both companies.

A 40-year-old man was arrested in the rural district of El Juncal in Palermo, Huila, after threatening a woman with a traumatic pistol late on Friday night.

May 10, 2026 Reported by AI

Mayors from Garzón, Baraya and Hobo have revealed pressures, extortion and citations by dissident groups led by alias Calarcá. The reports cover 2024 through 2026 and were filed with prosecutors and the national protection unit.