German Avila

German Avila

businessman Colombia

German Avila has been appointed as Colombia's new finance minister following the resignation of Diego Guevara, amidst a backdrop of budgetary conflicts within President Gustavo Petro's administration. Avila, who previously led Grupo Bicentenario, a government-held investment firm, faces significant challenges in managing the country's public finances, especially given the political turmoil and frequent cabinet changes under Petro's leadership.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
4 wks
Reach
293,757
Power
2,021$
Sentiment
5.10
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Colombia 10 5.10 0.41% +40% 50,882,884 293,757 $350,000 2,021$
Totals 10 50,882,884 293,757 $350,000 2,021$
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Recent Mentions

Colombia Colombia: Germán Ávila is the Minister of Finance who commented on the financing operation reflecting the government's commitment to responsible public finance management. 8

El Tiempo: Colombia emitió dos nuevos bonos globales y se convierte en la operación más grande de la historia del país

Colombia Colombia: Germán Ávila is the Minister of Finance mentioned in the context of fiscal policy and its impact on economic stability. 5

El Tiempo: Choque de Gustavo Petro y Coordinacion de Banco de la Republica con Gobierno

Colombia Colombia: Germán Ávila has taken over as the new Minister of Finance and has stated he will not be a 'contradictor' of the government. 6

El Tiempo: Editorial de EL TIEMPO del 31 de marzo de 2025: El equipo económico

Colombia Colombia: Germán Ávila was appointed by Petro despite lacking experience in managing the country's finances. 3

El Tiempo: De nuevo, el pueblo - Columna de Gustavo Duncan