Colombia activates financing for sustainable urban infrastructure
Colombia’s territorial development bank has launched the US$150 million KfW Sostenible EMUA Special Credit Line for urban infrastructure projects in renewable energy and energy efficiency, mobility and sustainable urban transportation, and potable water and sanitation. The line is open to territorial entities and their decentralized agencies, public utilities, transportation operators, and public, private and mixed […]
ACCIÓ Green Innovation Coupons (Catalonia)
ACCIÓ has opened a new call for ACCIÓ Green Innovation Coupons, a line of grants aimed at promoting sustainability projects in industrial SMEs with operational establishment in Catalonia. Dates The application period is open from May 15, 2026 at 9:00 am to September 30, 2026 at 2:00 pm. Coupons are limited and are granted on […]
Algeria requires a direct debit for imports
The Bank of Algeria has published a note establishing a new obligation that directly affects foreign exporters dealing with Algerian customers: any import transaction of goods must have a prior direct debit before the goods are shipped. What does the new regulation establish? The immediately applicable rule requires the Algerian importer to formalize the direct […]
Chemical industry stagnates globally
Crédito y Caución analyzes the global slowdown in the chemical industry caused by the war in the Gulf and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. High energy prices and the lack of critical raw materials are severely affecting production, especially in Europe. Global outlook and growth Sharp slowdown: World chemical production growth is expected […]
Mexico accelerated the authorization of strategic investments
The Government of Mexico has published a decree that introduces an immediate authorization mechanism for strategic investments in order to position the country favorably in the face of phenomena such as the relocation of companies. Purpose and beneficiaries The decree seeks to encourage private investment projects through an “Authorization” that allows their immediate implementation without […]
Global investment outlook in 2026
KPMG and fDi Markets portray a global panorama in which investments are made with greater caution, greater selectivity and under a geopolitical logic that was once secondary and today is decisive. What defines the moment is concentration: of capital in strategic sectors and of investment in politically aligned markets. 1. Fewer operations, but higher value […]
Final drafts of simplified reporting standards
The EC has presented drafts aimed at simplifying sustainability reporting in the EU: mandatory European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS) and a new voluntary reporting standard for smaller companies. The Revised ESRS (Mandatory Standards) These standards update the requirements for companies subject to the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD). Massive Burden Reduction: The draft reduces mandatory […]
AccelerateEU accelerates the energy transition
The European Commission presents AccelerateEU, a framework to accelerate the energy transition, reduce dependence on imported fossil fuels and strengthen European industrial competitiveness. A framework for affordable, secure and decarbonized energy The European Commission has presented AccelerateEU – Energy Union, published on April 22, 2026, an initiative aimed at strengthening the Energy Union through accelerated […]
EU and Mexico modernize their global agreement
The modernization of the EU’s Global Agreement with Mexico is divided into two instruments to expedite its implementation: the Modernized Global Agreement, which covers political dialogue, cooperation and investment, and the Interim Trade Agreement, which focuses exclusively on trade liberalization under exclusive EU competence. Timeline and Upcoming Phases The EU Council authorized the signing on […]
Commodity and Transportation Index Analysis (May 2026)
The May 2026 update of the commodities and logistics note shows a generalized revival of cost pressures and renewed tension in supply chains. 📄 Download the complete note at CoLAB Studies and publications > Price notes → The technology sector does not reach its peak The Semiconductor Index (SOX) continues its vertical upward trajectory, reaching […]