Ramírez-Rodríguez, Carolina

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.

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…

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…

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…

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…

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.

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…

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…

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.

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…

The agricultural and livestock output declined due to reduced planted areas and excessive rainfall in some zones, although an increase was observed in processed palm fruit. Livestock activity expanded due to stronger demand for cattle, while pig production contracted due to lower animal supply…

Real retail sales grew in the region, surpassing the national average. This performance was driven by increased household spending, lower unemployment, and effective marketing campaigns. Household consumption dynamism and improved financing conditions strengthened businesses and consumer…

The increase in employment, together with higher income from coffee-related activities and a greater flow of remittances, boosted household spending. This consumption dynamism was particularly reflected in the demand for durable goods, which, in turn, supported imports of this type of consumer…

Higher household consumption of durable goods boosted retail sales within the context of improved business confidence. At the same time, the dynamism of sporting events, concerts, and festivals stimulated demand for tourism services, particularly from foreign visitors.

Retail trade in Antioquia recorded its highest annual growth in three years, driven by lower interest rates, the opening of new sales points, and increased customer traffic. The information technology, communications, and auto parts segments stood out. In turn, vehicle and motorcycle sales…

Domestic trade continued to show dynamic performance, surpassing the national average. Household consumption was driven by sales of food and beverages, information technology equipment, and vehicles. Likewise, demand for cultural and entertainment items, consumer imports, and new housing sales…