Davivienda's Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) for Colombia's industrial sector ended in growth territory in December 2025, despite a slight drop from November. The bank highlights a favorable environment throughout the year, with improved operational conditions due to new business inflows. Firms expect expansion in 2026 driven by marketing and technology investments.
Colombia's industrial sector had a positive year in 2025, according to Davivienda's report. The PMI, which gauges manufacturing activity, stood at 52.6 points in December, down from 54 in November, but still above the long-term historical average, signaling ongoing expansion.
Operational conditions improved due to rising new orders and incoming business. "Firms expect sector growth in 2026, encouraged by marketing activities and new client acquisition, along with future projects and technology investments," the bank stated in its analysis.
Sales benefited from competitive pricing, enabling companies to lower production costs without inflationary pressures. Factory orders rose notably by year-end, driven by favorable demand, approvals of pending quotes, and successful trade fairs, though they dipped to a three-month low.
"Factory orders increased notably at the end of 2025, thanks to competitive prices, favorable demand conditions, authorization of pending quotes, and fruitful trade fairs. Despite retreating to a three-month low," Davivienda added.
Industrials forecast higher output in 2026, supported by upticks in future projects, tech investments, and warehouse expansions, reflecting sustained optimism in the sector.
