No fear of risk: these are the top 5 venture capital firms that are moving startups forward around the world Venture capital has proven to be a key player in the development of startups and new companies. Rappi and La Haus have benefited in Colombia.
Study identifies 6 indispensable conditions for improving Colombia’s competitiveness To improve Colombia’s competitiveness, at least 6 basic measures must be implemented, according to a recent study. Here we tell you what they are.
These are the most difficult products to make in the world: the Product Complexity Ranking is out The product complexity ranking is headed by sheets of polarizing material used in all types of screens. Here we tell you about the 7 goods with the highest complexity.
Balance of the FTA between Colombia and the European Union: trade, labor and environmental aspects The FTA with the European Union has consolidated this region as a relevant trade partner for Colombia. However, the results are not as expected. Analysis by: Miguel Ángel Rodríguez, research director in Cedetrabajo.
Free Trade Zones in Colombia: what are they, how many are there and what are their advantages for companies? The 120 Free Trade Zones in Colombia have a special tax, customs and foreign trade regime. Find out what they are, what types there are and what advantages they have.
The surprising number of unicorns in Latin America: Brazil alone has 16 companies worth more than USD $1 billion and Colombia has 2 Unicorns in Latin America are growing. The region is fertile ground for investment in high-value startups, known as “unicorns”.
What is the SITC classification and why is it so important for international trade? In this installment we explain what the SITC classification in international trade is and why it is so important for analyzing trade relations between countries and regions.
Pets in the household: benefits of multispecies families in an aging society Four-legged children and pets in the household are on the rise in Colombia. The dynamics are part of changes in preferences, a downward trend in the birth rate and job insecurity.
Naval innovation 100% Colombian: this is Cotecmar, the company that builds the National Navy’s ships The Colombian company, Cotecmar, is a leader in shipbuilding and ship repair in the country. It is currently advancing in the construction of an innovative naval patrol vessel of 100% Colombian design.
Although no recession, global economic slowdown persists The sharp slowdown in the global economy is causing concern amid tightening monetary policies, persistent inflation and geopolitical tensions.
Colombia will be able to export chicken to Japan again: exports suspended due to avian influenza After overcoming the outbreaks of highly pathogenic avian influenza that affected our country in October 2022, Japan’s Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (MAFF) approved the resumption of imports from Colombia.
Colombia’s competitiveness fell: government inefficiency and poor business infrastructure among main reasons Colombia’s competitiveness falls year after year, according to the World Competitiveness Yearbook. This year, our country ranked 58th out of 64. Aspects such as reduced government efficiency and poor infrastructure explain the results.
Commercial war between the United States and China: could these powers break off their commercial relations? The commercial war between the United States and China is part of the geopolitical confrontations that have intensified over the last few years.
The troubling figures of coffee in Colombia to be discussed at the National Coffee Forum The production of coffee in Colombia was reduced by more than one fifth between 2015 and 2022, affecting employment in this sector, which is key to the economy. To address this and other issues, the National Coffee Forum will be held on August 1st in Pereira.
What Colombia can learn from Galapagos and its strategy for financing with Blue Bonds Ecuador is betting on debt swaps with blue bonds linked to the sea and climate, which implies a high degree of control by financial capital over key resources, such as Galapagos. Colombia has much to learn.
With the strengthening of Live Nation Entertainment, concentration in the Colombian entertainment industry grows The multinational Live Nation Entertainment consolidates its position as one of the most important companies in the Colombian entertainment industry after acquiring a majority stake in Páramo Presenta.
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