COThe construction sector in Colombia experienced its largest annual contraction during the first quarter of 2026, with a -5.4% decline in value added, according to Camacol. The residential buildings subsector saw an even sharper drop of -8.2%, driven by reduced housing production (-8.6%). Despite these challenges, Amarilo, one of Colombia’s leading construction firms, reported strong financial results in 2025, including revenue of 2.63 billion pesos and an EBITDA of 439.8 billion pesos. The company completed 8,707 housing units, with 6,026 in the interest social (VIS) segment. Amarilo secured a syndicated loan of 535 billion pesos, which helped optimize its capital structure. CEO Roberto Moreno expressed confidence in the sector’s potential, citing demographic trends and a significant urban housing deficit as drivers for future growth.
Bias read (Center): While the article discusses economic conditions affecting the construction industry, it does not take a clear ideological stance. It presents both the challenges faced by the sector and the resilience demonstrated by Amarilo, without overtly favoring either progressive or conservative viewpoints. S.
