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Anadarko and Ecopetrol ask regulator to reconsider requirements for Komodo exploration

Through a motion for reconsideration sent to the ANLA, both companies expressed the reasons why they believe it is not feasible to comply with the requirements requested of them for the exploration of what is considered one of the deepest wells in the country.

Venezuela suspends air and land connections with Colombia due to alleged "international conspiracy"

The announcement comes as Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro takes office again, which has been largely ignored by the international community following the fraudulent elections of July 28.

US labor market added 256,000 jobs in December and unemployment rate fell to 4.1%

The US labour market has now been creating jobs for 48 consecutive months, with the December figure above the average for the last 12 months, which is 186,000 new jobs.

Mexico leads the OECD with Türkiye in the highest food price increases

The annual record for Mexican food inflation was 6%, which is five times the average reported by the countries of the organization.

Gasoline prices in Mexico and the rest of the world start 2025 with an upward trend

The increase in international oil and gasoline prices is explained by several factors, including the expectation of greater demand for energy in various regions of the world.

Argentina gives the green light to Peruvian airline Sky Airlines to operate in the country under open skies policy

The proposed operation is contemplated within the bilateral framework that governs air trade relations between Argentina and Peru.

Chilean exports grew 5.9% in 2024 and recorded record figures

For the first time, exports exceeded the US$ 100 billion barrier and were led by copper, which achieved returns of US$ 50,858 million, recording an increase of 17.3% compared to 2023.

Uber Law in Chile: Government submitted regulations to the Comptroller's Office for the second time

This is a regulation that has not been exempt from criticism from the world of transport companies.

Mexico: car production and exports reached a historic record in 2024

According to INEGI figures, automotive companies produced 3,989,403 units, surpassing the previous record set in 2017, when 3,933,154 units were assembled.

Venezuela: Opposition leader Maria Corina Machado arrested after appearing at protest

The VPI internet channel quoted Magalli Meda, one of Machado's main collaborators, who reported the arrest.

OECD inflation remained at 4.5% year-on-year in November

The OECD has indicated that in the penultimate month of the year the energy bill came out of negative territory after increasing by 1.2%.

Paraguay praises S&P for changing the country's outlook to stable

The credit rating agency has taken into account the completion of several large investment projects in the country, which could lead to fiscal consolidation.

América Móvil's R+D company arrives in Chile under alliance with Claro Empresas

Hitss, the technological arm of the Mexican group, begins operations in Chile with the support of Claro's B2B division, focusing on sectors such as mining, manufacturing and agribusiness.

Domestic air frequencies in Colombia grew by double digits in 2024

The figures provided by Procolombia allow us to estimate that the increase was at least 23%.

Colombian coffee production increased 23% in 2024

According to the FNC, production in December alone was 1.79 million bags, which represented a considerable increase of 47% compared to the same month in 2023.

Peru: imports totaled nearly US$ 4.9 billion in November 2024

According to Adex, the amount represented an increase of 19.2% compared to what was recorded in the same period in 2023.

Fed sees inflation continuing to cool, paving the way for further rate cuts

The Fed's latest estimates anticipate two rate cuts throughout 2025.

Grupo Éxito is listed for the last time on the NY Stock Exchange this Wednesday

The last trading day of the Colombian firm is one day earlier than expected. After this date, Almacenes Éxito certificates will no longer be listed or traded on the stock exchange.

Argentina: Milei privatizes the metallurgical company IMPSA, the first of his administration

The IAF consortium was awarded the company after offering US$27 million in capital contribution subject to an integration schedule based on the firm's needs.

Argentina approves the first RIGI project with an investment of US$ 211 million

This is the El Quemado Solar Park and Annexes, which belongs to Luz de Campo and YPF Luz and will be developed in the town of Jocolí in the Las Heras department of the province of Mendoza.

Petroecuador: Esmeraldas refinery maintenance extended after unexpected findings

Work on two units began in September and was due to be completed in November. Production of derivatives fell 13.7% through November, according to the state oil company.

Sheinbaum responds to Trump: name of the Gulf of Mexico is recognized by the UN

The Mexican president's response comes a day after Donald Trump promised that he would change the name when he comes to power.

Inflation in Chile fell 0.2% in December

According to the National Institute of Statistics (INE), the Consumer Price Index (CPI) has accumulated a variation of 4.5% in the year.

Ecuador: Energy purchases from Colombia have decreased in the first days of 2025

The coffee-growing country resumed exporting electricity to Ecuador on November 17, 2024.

Itaú BBVA: Amazon and MercadoLibre will benefit from Mexican tariff plan

At the beginning of the year, Claudia Sheinbaum's government imposed a 19% tax on imports via courier services from countries with which it does not have a free trade agreement, including China.

Trump does not rule out using the Army to control Greenland or the Panama Canal

He announces that he will rename the Gulf of Mexico to the "Gulf of America."

Peru: Chinalco mining company to deepen exploration around Toromocho pit

This measure will be implemented as part of the recent expansion of the mine, which generates 170,000 tons of copper per day.

US trade deficit widened to over $78 billion in November

Meanwhile, US exports rose 2.6% month-on-month and were 6.6% higher than those recorded in November 2023.

Mexican government will seek ban on planting white transgenic corn

President Claudia Sheinbaum reiterated her commitment to protecting native corn in Mexico, highlighting its importance not only for biodiversity, but also for the country's health and culture.

Chilean copper exports rise in December, generating trade surplus

In the last month of the year, the southern country exported a total of US$ 9,422 million, an increase of 18.9% compared to shipments in the same month of 2023.